Encyclopedia

/ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A comprehensive reference work containing articles on a wide range of subjects or on numerous aspects of a particular field.
    The legal encyclopedia provides thorough explanations of various statutes and case laws.

Forms

  • encyclopaedia

Commentary

Legal encyclopedias offer authoritative summaries and are valuable for preliminary legal research.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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