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A set of books arranged alphabetically with articles on various topics (noun)
Looking for the answer to the USA Today Rootonym clue “A set of books arranged alphabetically with articles on various topics (noun)”? The solution is ENCYCLOPEDIA, a 12-letter word built on the root CYCL (“circle, wheel”). It appeared in the August 9, 2026 (Sunday) USA Today Rootonym. See the full puzzle for that day's other words.
Answer
ENCYCLOPEDIA
**CYCL******CYCLmeans “circle, wheel”
In a sentence
Paula consults an ENCYCLOPEDIA in print rather than using resources on the Web.
About this clue
The Rootonym clue “A set of books arranged alphabetically with articles on various topics (noun)” has the answer ENCYCLOPEDIA (12 letters), built on the root CYCL, which means “circle, wheel”. Browse the full August 9, 2026 Rootonym puzzle for the other three words, or see all Rootonym answers.