Meaning & Definition of word "Bibliography"

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    Bibliography

    /ˌbɪblioʊˈɡrɑːfi/

    noun:

    • 1. A list of the books and articles that have been used or referenced in a work, typically placed at the end of the work.
      • Example: Before submitting her dissertation, she ensured that the bibliography was complete and formatted correctly.
    • 2. The study or listing of written works, including their authorship and publication details.
      • Example: His extensive bibliography encompasses a wide range of topics in environmental science.
    • 3. A list of references or sources consulted in the preparation of a scholarly work.
      • Example: The professor provided a detailed bibliography for her students to follow when researching their papers.

    Etymology

    From modern Latin bibliographia, from Greek biblion 'book' + -graphia 'writing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Annotated bibliography:

    A bibliography that includes brief descriptions or evaluations of each source.

    Bibliography management:

    The use of tools and software to organize and format bibliographies.

    Citation styles:

    Different formats used for bibliographies and citations, such as APA, MLA, and Chicago.

    Related Words

    citation:

    A reference to a source that gives credit to the original author.

    source:

    A document, book, or other material that provides information.

    reference:

    A mention or citation of a source of information.

    Slang Meanings of bibliography

    Meaning: Biblio

    Example Sentence: Hey, can you send me the biblio for that paper?

    Meaning: Lit list

    Example Sentence: Don't forget to add that to your lit list before submitting!