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compendium — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • compendium noun A collection of detailed information on a subject, gathered into a single book or document, especially one arranged for easy reference.
  • digest verb To break food down in the stomach and intestines so the body can absorb its nutrients.

Senses

compendium is used for these senses in English:

  • compendium A short, complete summary; an abstract.

compendium — full definition

  1. noun A collection of detailed information on a subject, gathered into a single book or document, especially one arranged for easy reference.
  2. noun A boxed set of different board games or puzzles sold together.

digest — full definition

  1. verb To break food down in the stomach and intestines so the body can absorb its nutrients.
  2. verb To think over and fully take in information or an idea.
  3. noun A short summary of longer material, or a periodical made up of such summaries.

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