Meaning & Definition of word "List"
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List
/lɪst/
noun:
- 1. A series of items written or printed consecutively, typically one below the other.
- Example: She made a grocery list before going to the store.
- 2. A database of items or names, often for reference or organization.
- Example: The phone list at the office includes all employee contact information.
- 3. An ordered or sequential arrangement of items.
- Example: He maintained a list of his favorite books on his website.
verb:
- 1. To make a list of; to itemize.
- Example: Please list all the countries you have visited.
- 2. To register or record (something) in a specified manner.
- Example: The house is listed for sale at a competitive price.
- 3. To cause (a ship) to lean to one side.
- Example: The ship began to list when it encountered heavy waves.
Etymology
Middle English: from Old French liste, from Italian lista ‘strip, strip of cloth’.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be at the top of the list:
to be the most important or prioritized item.
hit list:
a list of people or things that someone intends to deal with.
bucket list:
a list of experiences or achievements that a person hopes to accomplish during their lifetime.
shopping list:
a list of items to be purchased.
waitlist:
a list of people waiting for a service, item, or admission.
Related Words
listing:
The act of making a list.
listicle:
An article structured as a list.
listless:
Lacking energy or enthusiasm.
Slang Meanings of list
Meaning: To list something online.
Example Sentence: I need to list my old games on eBay.
Meaning: To be in someone's good graces.
Example Sentence: He's definitely on the boss's good list after that presentation.