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"Vocabulary" vs "Glossary": bridging words and definitions
Anwar Kareem 04/10/2024, 12:09English.me team member
What is similar?
Both words relate to collections of words and definitions. They are used to understand and clarify language.
What is different?
A vocabulary is a set of familiar words within a language, often more general and personal. A glossary is a list of terms with definitions, usually found at the end of a book, focused on specific subject terminology.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Vocabulary- She has an extensive vocabulary in English.
- Improving vocabulary is essential for learning a new language.
- The glossary helped me understand the technical terms in the book.
- You can find the definitions in the glossary at the end of the document.
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