Meaning of the word catalog in English

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catalog

US /ˈkæt̬.əl.ɑːɡ/

UK /ˈkæt.əl.ɒɡ/

a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or other systematic order, in particular those in a library or museum

Example:

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The library has an online catalog of all its books.

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He received a furniture catalog in the mail.

Synonym:

list index register directory inventory

make a systematic list of (items of the same type)

Example:

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The librarian will catalog the new acquisitions.

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It's important to catalog your expenses for tax purposes.

Synonym:

list index classify categorize record

Related Word:

product catalog card catalog