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Compendium

Description:

A compendium refers to a comprehensive collection or summary of information, knowledge, or texts on a particular subject. It is a valuable resource that provides condensed and organized material from various sources for easy access and reference.

Sample Sentences:

As a noun:

• The compendium on astrophysics covers the fundamental concepts of the field.
• She always keeps a medical compendium handy for quick reference.
• This compendium is a useful tool for students studying for their exams.

As a verb (rare usage):

• The author compendiumed his extensive research into a single book.
• He spent months compendiuming various articles to create an all-inclusive guide.

As an adjective (rare usage):

• The compendium edition of the novel includes extra bonus material.
• Her compendium notes helped her ace the exam.

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• Compendium books
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• Compendium reference materials