辞書

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: Written 辞書 and read じしょ, it is a reference work organizing words with information such as spelling, reading, meaning, and use.
• Basic usage: It is consulted for an unfamiliar word and appears as a small English dictionary on a desk.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Lookup reference rather than continuous reading
  • It is structured for finding entries as needed, not primarily for reading from beginning to end.