compendium — a collection of concise but detailed information about a particular subject
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a collection of concise but detailed information about a particular subject
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəmˈpɛndiəm/
Korean meaning: 특정 주제에 대한 간결하지만 상세한 정보의 모음집
Korean pronunciation: 컴**펜**디엄
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's recipe compendium is like a treasure map to delicious disasters.
- The student created a compendium of exam tips that actually worked.
- His compendium of dad jokes could power a small comedy club for years.
compendium
NOUN//kəmˈpɛndiəm//
a collection of concise but detailed information about a particular subject
A librarian presents a comprehensive compendium to help the struggling student
Come pen, dive in to the knowledge pool compendium!
From gymnasium to auditorium, carrying the ultimate compendium!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'compendium,' derived from 'compendiare' meaning 'to weigh together' or 'to abridge.' The root combines 'com-' (together) and 'pendere' (to weigh or pay), originally referring to a shortcut or abridgement that 'weighs' essential information.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's recipe compendium is like a treasure map to delicious disasters.”
“The student created a compendium of exam tips that actually worked.”
“His compendium of dad jokes could power a small comedy club for years.”
“The library published a compendium of local history for researchers.”
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