reference library
[ˈrɛfərəns ˈlaɪbreri]
nounpl: reference libraries
biblioteca de referência
1. a library or section of a library containing materials (such as encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other reference works) intended to be consulted for information rather than borrowed
The reference library at the university provides access to rare manuscripts and academic journals.
A biblioteca de referência da universidade oferece acesso a manuscritos raros e periódicos acadêmicos.
2. a collection of materials organized for quick lookup and consultation on specific topics
Students used the reference library to find definitions and facts for their research papers.
Os alunos usaram a biblioteca de referência para encontrar definições e fatos para seus trabalhos de pesquisa.
In both Brazil and the United States, reference libraries have historically been important institutions for researchers, students, and the general public seeking verified information. With the rise of digital databases and the internet, many traditional reference libraries have evolved to include both physical and digital resources, though the term remains common in academic and institutional contexts.
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