reference works

A form of reference work — A compendium of information which is not generally intended to be read from beginning to end but rather consulted on a spot basis, and is compiled for ease of reference; especially, a reference book, whether in print, digital, or both.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of reference work
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APA

reference works. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 2, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/reference%20works

MLA

“reference works.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/reference%20works. Accessed November 2, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “reference works,” accessed November 2, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/reference%20works.

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