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Encyclopedia entries are articles within an encyclopedia—structured summaries of knowledge on specific topics.
Unlike dictionary definitions, which explain words, encyclopedia entries explain subjects: people, places, events, concepts.
Each entry aims to give a reader unfamiliar with a topic the essential facts and context: The encyclopedia entry on photosynthesis covered the basic chemistry.
The phrase often implies authoritative but condensed treatment.
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