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reference library

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A library that exclusively collects reference books (which may not be lent out to the general public).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Synonyms: reading room

Antonyms: none provided

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Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 參考書閱覽室 /参考书阅览室 (cānkǎoshū yuèlǎnshì) — type of library
  • Finnish: viitekirjasto — type of library