Catalog — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈka-tə-ˌlȯg/ cat·a·log

Meaning & Definition of Catalog

Catalog (noun)

  1. list, register
  2. a complete enumeration of items arranged systematically with descriptive details
  3. a pamphlet or book that contains such a list

Catalog (verb)

  1. to make a catalog of
  2. to enter in a catalog
  3. to classify (something, such as books or information) descriptively

Catalog (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system

    "a catalog of music album titles"

    similar: canon, checklist, list, listing, menu, register, registry, roll, roll call, roster, schedule, table
    related: agenda, bibliography, catalogue raisonné, compendium, compilation, directory, docket, enumeration, glossary, index, inventory, manifest, payroll, calendar, chronology, timetable

Catalog (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to put (someone or something) on a list

    "cataloged the latest additions to the collection"

    similar: enroll, enter, index, inscribe, list, put down, record, register, schedule, slate
    related: book, card, file, note, classify, compile, tabulate, tally, reschedule
    near: delete

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Catalog

The most common words with a similar meaning to Catalog:

canon, checklist, list, listing, menu, register, registry, roll, roll call, roster, schedule, table, enroll, enter, index, inscribe, put down, record, slate

Related Words for Catalog

agenda, bibliography, catalogue raisonné, compendium, compilation, directory, docket, enumeration, glossary, inventory, manifest, payroll, calendar, chronology, timetable, book, card, file, note, classify, compile, tabulate, tally, reschedule

Near Antonyms of Catalog

delete

Word Forms of Catalog

Inflections: cataloged, catalogued, cataloging, cataloguing

Derived words: cataloger (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Catalog

Middle English cathaloge, cateloge, from Middle French catalogue, from Late Latin catalogus, from Greek katalogos, from katalegein to list, enumerate, from kata- + legein to gather, speak legend

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Catalog

Words & Phrases Containing Catalog

card catalog, mail-order catalog

Frequently Asked Questions about Catalog

What does "Catalog" mean?

"Catalog" means list, register. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: list, register. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Catalog"?

Other words for "Catalog" include canon, checklist, list, listing, menu, register, registry and roll. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Catalog" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Catalog"?

There are 43 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Catalog". Common alternatives include canon, checklist, list, listing, menu, register, registry, roll, roll call and roster.

How do you use "Catalog" in a sentence?

Examples of "Catalog" in a sentence: "a catalog of music album titles"; "cataloged the latest additions to the collection".

Is "Catalog" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Catalog" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Catalog" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Catalog" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Catalog"?

"Catalog" is pronounced /ˈka-tə-ˌlȯg/ and divided into syllables as cat·a·log.

What is the origin of the word "Catalog"?

"Catalog" comes from Middle English cathaloge, cateloge, from Middle French catalogue, from Late Latin catalogus, from Greek katalogos, from katalegein to list, enumerate, from kata- + legein to gather, speak legend. First known use: 15th century.