What is the biggest dictionary in the world and how does it compare to others in terms of size and content?

The biggest dictionary in the world is the "Yongle Dadian," a Chinese dictionary from the Ming Dynasty. It contains over 40,000 volumes and around 370 million Chinese characters. In terms of size and content, the "Yongle Dadian" is significantly larger than other dictionaries, making it one of the most extensive linguistic resources in the world.