How to Cite a Dictionary Entry in IEEE (standard)
Learn how to cite a dictionary definition or entry in IEEE format (standard). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.
IEEE Reference List Format
Here is the standard IEEE format for citing a dictionary entry in your reference list:
[1] Dictionary Name, "Word." [Online]. Available: URL. [Accessed: Mon. Day, Year].
IEEE Example for a Dictionary Entry
A complete IEEE reference for a dictionary entry, formatted by the official IEEE CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:
[1] “Citation, n.,” Compendium English Dictionary. Compendium Press, 2023. Accessed: Jan. 10, 2026. [Online]. Available: https://www.example.org/dictionary/citation
Matching in-text citation: [1]
IEEE In-Text Citation
Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:
Parenthetical
[1]
Narrative
As defined in [1]...
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your dictionary entry.
- Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the IEEE (standard) template shown above.
- Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
- Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
- Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match IEEE requirements.
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