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Dictionarythesaurus

Quality-approved learning entrynounLevel B2

thesaurus

A reference book or tool that lists words with similar meanings.

IPAUK /θəˈsɔːrəs/US /θəˈsɔɹəs/

Primary stress on syllable 2.

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Meaning 1neutral · 85%

A reference book or tool that lists words with similar meanings.

Natural examples

I checked a thesaurus for alternatives.

Online thesauruses can suggest useful synonyms.

Should learners use a thesaurus when writing?

Usage note

A thesaurus suggests synonyms; a dictionary explains meaning and use.

Mini-lesson: thesaurus: practical usage

A thesaurus suggests synonyms; a dictionary explains meaning and use. Compare: "I checked a thesaurus for alternatives." and "Online thesauruses can suggest useful synonyms."

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Form and grammar

singular: thesaurus
plural: thesauruses
noun type: common
plural status: regular

A thesaurus suggests synonyms; a dictionary explains meaning and use.

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