I was given an assignment in one of my college classes to write down definitions of words on a given list. If I copy the definitions word for word, will that be plagiarism?
The syllabus says:
"Each student is to research the definition of each of these terms and then assemble a glossary of all terms and their corresponding definitions."
2007-06-26 21:07:36 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
No, it wouldn't be plagiarism because if you were to change the definitions, you would probably be changing the meaning. If you really want to be safe, cite the source of the definitions on your paper (i.e., "All definitions come from Webster's Collegiate Dictionary.").
2007-06-26 21:12:05 · answer #1 · answered by neniaf 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be VERY careful. Cite EVERYTHING, even if you change the definition somewhat.
Even paraphrasing is plagiarism if you don't credit your sources.
Thousands of people get booted out of college every year for failing to cite things.
2007-06-28 09:22:51 · answer #2 · answered by Minh 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you properly cite all the definitions, then it should be fine. If you truly feel like it, then just re-word some of them to make the definitions more succint and easier to understand. That way, you're not "plagiarizing."
2007-06-26 21:11:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-10-19 01:16:17 · answer #4 · answered by zaragosa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what referencing system your university uses. Mine uses Harvard, and basically, if you say something word for word, you need to reference it there and then after whatever it is.
For example:
"Weatherzone offer premium services for only $5 per month." (Weatherzone 2007)
However, if you are just doing it in your own words, just reference it at the end.
weatherzone (2007) Weatherzone. [online] available www.weatherzone.com.au [accessed 27 June 2007]
For some more information and a great resource for you: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/lasesl/referencing.html#referencing
Hope this helps :)
2007-06-26 21:18:38 · answer #5 · answered by Sammy S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no its not plagerism because thats the point of a dictionary
2007-06-26 21:11:55 · answer #6 · answered by Breezy_III 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋