Write a paragraph on 'A Dictionary' in 150 words by answering the following questions.

(a) What is a dictionary? (b) What does a dictionary provide us? (c) How are the words arranged in it? (d) How is it used? (e) How does it help us?

A Dictionary

A dictionary is a book composed of a list of the words of a language in alphabetical order and explains what they mean. It is a very systematic book mainly for students. It is called their study guide. Giving meanings of words is the main purpose of a dictionary. It also includes correct spelling, definitions, usages, pronunciation, and some other important information about the words. However, as the words are often listed in an alphabetic order. For example, D will be placed before E and after C. Е will be placed before F and after D. To look up a word in a dictionary, the reader has to turn to the appropriate letter section in the dictionary. Then he has to use the guide words starting from the letter on the top outer corner of the dictionary page. The reader also has to notice the second letter of the words to be sure that the desired word is within this range. Now, the reader has to read down the page very carefully in this range. Suddenly the desired word will be found on the dictionary page. The word may have more than one definition. Once the reader finds one that seems to be the best fit with the context, it is the meaning of the word. A dictionary is a great help for everyone, especially who are learning a language. It is also helpful for enriching our vocabulary. Thus, a dictionary is an essential learning material for the students.