Etymology · Ancient Greek
ἐγκύκλιος
2 English words descend from Ancient Greek ἐγκύκλιος, most common first.
- encyclopediaA comprehensive reference work (often spanning several printed volumes) with articles (usually arranged in alphabetical order, or sometimes arranged by category) on a range of subjects, sometimes general, sometimes limited to a particular field.
- encyclicalA papal letter, intended for general circulation in the Catholic Church.