Catalogue

/ˈkæt.əl.ɒɡ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order.
The library issued a new catalogue of all available books.
A book or pamphlet containing an enumerated list of items for sale.
She received a catalogue from the furniture store showcasing their latest collections.
A systematic list of items, often with descriptive details.
The museum's catalogue provides detailed information about each exhibit.
verb
To make a systematic list of items.
The archivist will catalogue all the documents in the collection.
To record or organize items for reference.
We need to catalogue the incoming donations before they can be displayed.

Etymology

From Latin 'catalogus', from Greek 'katálogos', meaning 'list'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

catalogue of errors
A list of mistakes or inaccuracies recorded in a systematic way.
on the catalogue
To be listed for sale or distribution, often used in reference to products or events.
catalogue raisonné
A comprehensive scholarly compilation or descriptive catalogue of an artist's works.

Related Words

catalog
A term often used interchangeably with 'catalogue', generally in American English.
cataloging
The process of creating a catalogue or listing items.

Slang Meanings

Cataloguing every part of your life.
She always has everything so organized; it's like she has a catalogue of her life.
To create a detailed list of experiences or collections.
He's cataloguing his travel adventures for his blog.