Glossary

Pronunciation: /ˈɡlɔˌsɛri/

Definitions of glossary

noun a list of terms with their definitions, usually found at the end of a book or document

Example Sentences

A1 I used the glossary at the back of the book to look up unfamiliar words.

A2 The glossary in the textbook helped me understand the technical terms.

B1 The glossary provided definitions for all the key terms used in the report.

B2 I always make sure to check the glossary for any specialized vocabulary in academic papers.

C1 The glossary in the scientific journal was extensive and very helpful for my research.

C2 The glossary in the legal document was essential for interpreting the complex terminology.

Examples of glossary in a Sentence

formal The glossary at the end of the book provides definitions for all the technical terms used in the text.

informal I always skip the glossary in books because I never really need to look up any words.

slang I totally aced that test because I studied the glossary like a boss.

figurative The glossary of life is constantly expanding as we encounter new experiences and learn new things.

Grammatical Forms of glossary

• past tense: glossaried
• plural: glossaries
• comparative: more glossary
• superlative: most glossary
• present tense: glossarizes
• future tense: will glossary
• perfect tense: has glossaried
• continuous tense: is glossarying
• singular: glossary
• positive degree: glossary
• infinitive: to glossary
• gerund: glossarying
• participle: glossaried

Origin and Evolution of glossary

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'glossary' originated from the Greek word 'glossa' meaning 'language' or 'tongue'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a collection of glosses or explanations of difficult words, the term 'glossary' has evolved to mean a list of terms with their definitions, often found at the end of a book or document.