Matching Pairs Parts of a Dictionary EntryOnline version Dictionary Lesson by Grace Powell 1 Tells whether a word is a noun, verb, adjective, etc. 2 Explains the meanings of symbols in the word’s pronunciation 3 Tells where the word came from 4 Explains the meaning of the entry word 5 The first and last words on a dictionary page 6 Tells you how to pronounce the word 7 a word in boldface type that is being explained in a dictionary Pronunciation guide Definition Entry word Origin Pronunciation Part of speech Guide words