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  2. Reference work - Wikipedia

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    In contrast to books that are loaned, a reference book or reference-only book in a library may only be used in the library and may not be borrowed from the library. Many such books are reference works (in the first sense), which are usually used briefly or photocopied from and, therefore, do not need to be borrowed.

  3. Wikipedia:Contents/Reference - Wikipedia

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    Indexes are commonly provided in many types of reference work. Updated editions are published as needed, in some cases annually. In comparison, a reference book or reference-only book in a library is one that may only be used in the library and not borrowed from the library. Many such books are reference works (in the first sense) which are ...

  4. Reference - Wikipedia

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    The triangle of reference, from the influential book The Meaning of Meaning (1923) by C. K. Ogden and I. A. Richards. In semantics, reference is generally construed as the relationships between nouns or pronouns and objects that are named by them. Hence, the word "John" refers to the person John. The word "it" refers to some previously ...

  5. Book - Wikipedia

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    An almanac is a very general reference book, usually one-volume, with lists of data and information on many topics. An encyclopedia is a book or set of books designed to have more in-depth articles on many topics. A book listing words, their etymology, meanings, and other information is called a dictionary.

  6. Reference collection - Wikipedia

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    A reference collection is a collection of objects maintained for the purposes of study, comparison, research, and authentication. [1] While most commonly associated with libraries, reference collections can also be found in museums, archives, research institutions, and private holdings.

  7. Bibliography - Wikipedia

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    The word bibliographia (βιβλιογραφία) was used by Greek writers in the first three centuries CE to mean the copying of books by hand. In the 12th century, the word started being used for "the intellectual activity of composing books." The 17th century then saw the emergence of the modern meaning, that of description of books. [3]

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  9. Phrases from The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Wikipedia

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    Its popularity is such that it has become the definition of Earth in many standard works of sci-fi reference, like The Star Trek Encyclopedia. Additionally, "Harmless" and "Mostly Harmless" both feature as ranks in the computer game Elite and its sequels. Also, in World of Warcraft, there is a rifle that fires (mostly) harmless pellets. [47]