Meaning of the word vocabulary in English

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vocabulary

US /voʊˈkæb.jə.ler.i/

UK /voʊˈkæb.jə.ler.i/

all the words known and used by a particular person

Example:

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She has an extensive English vocabulary.

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Reading helps to expand your vocabulary.

Synonym:

lexicon word stock glossary terminology

a list or collection of words, often with their meanings, used in a particular language or subject

Example:

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The book includes a vocabulary at the end of each chapter.

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This technical vocabulary is specific to the field of engineering.

Synonym:

word list glossary lexicon wordbook

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