Reference materials like encyclopedias, dictionaries, atlases, and handbooks are a great way to learn terminology, important people, places or events, and related concepts when exploring a new topic.
Use the Library Catalog tab to search print and electronic reference materials, or visit the general reference databases page.
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The Oxford English Dictionary, commonly known as the OED, is the recognized authority for words in English. It provides the history and pronunciation of each word.
