A "glossary" is a specialized type of reference work that contains terms or terminology used in a particular field, book, academic paper, or text. It provides definitions or explanations for these terms to help the reader better understand the content.
Typical functions of software in the "glossary" area could include:
Entries and definitions: Capturing terms and their corresponding definitions or explanations to provide users with a comprehensive understanding.
Search function: A search function that allows users to look up specific terms in the glossary to quickly find the desired information.
Categorization: The ability to organize terms into categories or thematic groups to facilitate navigation and access to specific information.
Linking: Linking terms in the text to their corresponding entries in the glossary to allow users to easily look up terms.
Export and print function: The option to save the glossary for export into various formats or for printing to use it offline.
Custom entries: The ability for users to add their own terms or definitions or edit existing entries to customize the glossary to their specific needs.
Updates: Regular updates to the glossary to ensure that the included information is current and relevant.