A bibliographyA list of published works on a topic or by one writer. is a list of books, articles, or other writings on a subject or by a particular author. It is often used in research papers, books, and reports to show the sourcesPlaces or materials that provide the information used. that were consultedLooked at or used as information when doing research. or to collect related works in one place.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˌbɪbliˈɑɡrəfi/
Easy pronunciation: bib-lee-AHG-ruh-fee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the third syllable, with secondary stress on the first syllable.
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Bibliography Meaning
a list of books or articles, especially the sources used for research
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a list of writings with details such as publication time and place, often sources used in preparing a document
Example: The essay ends with a bibliography of all the books and websites the student used.
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Bibliography Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- reference list
- works cited
- reading list
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse bibliography with an annotation, which adds comments about each source.
- Do not use bibliography for a single source; it usually means a list of sources.
- Do not confuse it with a biography, which is a life story of a person.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bibliography in simple terms?
It is a list of books, articles, or other sources, usually used in research or at the end of a paper.
Is a bibliography the same as works cited?
Not exactly. Both are source lists, but a works cited page usually includes only the sources actually mentioned in the text.
What is another word for bibliography?
Common close substitutes include reference list and works cited, depending on the context.
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