guide words

noun

plural of guide word
as in titles
either one of the words that are at the top of a page in a dictionary or similar book and that show the first and last words on the page It is easiest to use the guide words to find the page for the word you are looking up.

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  1. titles
  2. banners
Noun
  • La Oreja de Van Gogh will also serve as executive producer on the film, which bids fair to become one of the biggest upcoming titles from Spain.
    — John Hopewell, Variety, 5 Oct. 2026
  • In 2027, the Paramount-Warners Bros slate will overdeliver the state AG’s demands of 30 films annually with 36 titles.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of titles
Noun
  • Its ad-blocking tools remove banners, pop-ups, video ads, and other disruptive advertising.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
  • On the façade of the basilica in Lourdes, banners were placed over controversial mosaics ahead of Leo’s visit.
    — Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of banners
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“Guide words.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guide%20words. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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