Dictionaries & Encyclopaedias
Why use them?
Dictionaries and encyclopaedias are great to use to start your research
You can:
Define your topic using subject dictionaries
Find background information in encyclopaedias
Identify other keywords and alternative terms for database searching
Recommended online sources
- XRefer Plus
A collection of over 160 online dictionaries, encyclopaedias, thesauri and other reference texts. - Australian medicines handbook online
An independent and up-to-date source of drug information in Australia. Its contents reflect contemporary Australian clinical practice.
Recommended sources on your library shelves
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