* Dictionary Organization: Dictionaries are not organized in a perfectly linear way, with every single word listed in strict alphabetical order. There are usually subcategories, groupings, and other organizational elements.
* Language Variation: The specific words included in a dictionary will vary based on the language, the intended audience, and the publisher's choices.
However, you can make some educated guesses:
* Words starting with "ph": Words like "phenol," "phenomenon," "phantasm," "pharmacy," "pharaoh," and "philosophy" would likely appear before "physique."
* Words starting with "phy": Words like "phylogenetic," "physic," "physician," "physics," and "physiological" would also likely appear before "physique."
To find out for sure, you'd need to consult the specific dictionary you are interested in.