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Definition of reference book noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

reference book

noun

/ˈrefrəns bʊk/

/ˈrefrəns bʊk/

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a book that contains facts and information, that you look at when you need to find out something particular
- dictionaries, encyclopedias and other reference books

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