list

noun
UK: /lɪst/
US: /lɪst/

  1. A series of names, items, or things written or printed together in a meaningful grouping.

    1. I made a list of things to buy. [ ] [ ]
    2. The teacher read the list of students who passed the exam aloud to the class. [ ] [ ]

  2. A database table field for selecting one or more values.

    1. Choose what you want from the list. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new software feature includes a drop-down list to select your preferred language. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

record inventory directory enumerate
list transitive-verb

  1. To create a list of items.

    1. I will list all my favorite songs. [ ] [ ]
    2. Let's list the pros and cons before making a final decision about the project. [ ] [ ]

  2. To include something or someone in a list.

    1. List me as attending the meeting. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company plans to list its shares on the stock exchange early next year. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "list" in English means: A series of names, items, or things written or printed together in a meaningful grouping., A database table field for selecting one or more values..

The phonetic transcription of "list" is /lɪst/ in British English and /lɪst/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "list": record, inventory, directory, enumerate.

Example usage of "list": "I made a list of things to buy.". More examples on the page.