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English · Q460

One Word Substitution

Competitive Exams · English · question 460

Q460

A book containing summarised information on all branches of knowledge

A.
Dictionary
B.
Anthology
C.
Encyclopaedia
Answer
D.
Directory

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
One word substitute is Encyclopaedia.

Dictionary: a book or electronic resource that lists the words of a language (typically in alphabetical order) and gives their meaning, or gives the equivalent words in a different language, often also providing information about pronunciation, origin, and usage.
Anthology: a published collection of poems or other pieces of writing.
Encyclopaedia: a book or set of books giving information on many subjects or on many aspects of one subject and typically arranged alphabetically.
Directory: a book or website listing individuals or organizations alphabetically or thematically with details such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers.