If you're looking for reference works that provide text-specific definitions for a small number of words, here are a few options:
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Glossaries in Literary Works: Many academic editions of literary works contain glossaries that define specific terms used within the text, explaining their significance in context.
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Annotated Editions: Some books come with annotations or commentary that provide definitions and explanations of specific words as they relate to the text’s themes, historical context, or language usage.
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Subject-Specific Dictionaries: These may include specialized dictionaries for fields such as law, medicine, or science that offer concise definitions relevant to specific texts within those fields.
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Thesauri with Contextual Examples: Some thesauri include context-based definitions and usage examples that highlight the specific meanings of words as they apply in certain texts.
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Online Resources: Websites like Vocabulary.com and certain dictionary entries include contextual examples that help clarify how words are used in specific texts.
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Language Learning Textbooks: These often define a limited set of vocabulary words in the context of the specific units or texts being studied.
If you have a specific text or topic in mind, I can help you find a more tailored reference.