reference book

• Libro que contiene datos útiles, información o instrucciones sobre un tema concreto, pensado para consultar datos específicos y no para leerse de principio a fin.

A book containing useful facts, information, or instructions on a particular subject, designed to be consulted for specific information rather than read cover to cover.

1. Informational resourceB1formal

   A book containing factual information, such as a dictionary, encyclopedia, or atlas, designed for consultation rather than continuous reading.

   obra de consulta

   • The library has a large collection of reference books.
   • She used a reference book to find the definition of the word.
   • Reference books are not allowed to be taken out of the reading room.