noun
- a book or set of books containing articles on many topics, usually arranged alphabetically; an encyclopedia.
Usage: often used as a variant spelling of 'encyclopedia'; sometimes capitalized when part of a proper title
Examples
- She consulted the family cyclopedia to find information about ancient Rome.
- The library's cyclopedia collection includes volumes from the 19th century.
- He used a cyclopedia to research the history of the printing press.
- The cyclopedia provided a comprehensive overview of scientific discoveries.
- Students often turn to a cyclopedia when they need quick answers to general knowledge questions.