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school dictionary

school dictionary

1.6
A dictionary for students learning a language with simple definitions and example sentences
  • noun
  • /skuːl ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛri/
translation icon : diccionario escolar
  • I bought a school dictionary so that I can learn English more easily.

Examples

  • A school dictionary helps students understand new words by providing clear definitions and examples.

  • But if what they want to do is retranslate words that you wouldn't find in an elementary school dictionary into words, then an acceptable translation could be done.

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  • A very sweet old bunny planter, a child's dictionary (make that Pictionary), and a Webster's school dictionary.

    Blog text (30)

  • The school dictionary contains definitions and explanations designed specifically for learners.

Synonyms

dictionary
vsschool dictionary
165 1.0

A book or website that lists words and shows their meanings

targets students with tailored examples explanations and teaching focus
learner's dictionary
vsschool dictionary
2.2

A book that gives simple meanings and example sentences for people learning a language

focuses on classroom students with examples and explanations for learning

How Detailed

Surface Forms

school dictionary singular
school dictionaries plural

Morphology

school + dictionary

The meaning is transparently composed from 'school' (educational institution or for students) and 'dictionary' (a book of word entries); a B1 learner who knows both words can infer it refers to a dictionary intended for school use or for students. This noun-noun compound follows common compositional patterns found across languages, so the specific educational sense is predictable without prior exposure.

Etymology

School dictionary comes from the simple idea of a school book that is a dictionary made for students, with easy definitions, example sentences and pictures. So it means 'a dictionary for students' designed to help learners in class.