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Citing a Dictionary in APA Format (Hide Help)

Some of the information needed to properly cite a dictionary entry may include:
  • Author of the Entry (If There is One)
  • Title of the Entry
  • Name of the Encyclopedia
  • Edition Number (If Any)
  • Date of the Edition
  • Other Publication Information
Volume and page numbers are not necessary because the entries in the source are arranged alphabetically and therefore are easy to locate.

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Number of Authors:
Author's Name:
First: M: Last:
Dictionary Name:
Entry:
Edition: Volume: through If multiple volumes used

Is the Dictionary well known?
Year Published:
Pages referenced: From To
Where was the Source Found?

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