Meaning & Definition of word "List"

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.