1
a
: a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
a guest list
b
: an official roster : roll
drawing up a list for … party nomination—
Richard Scammon
Richard Scammon3
: the total number to be considered or included
add spelling reform to his list of interests—W. B. Shaw
W. B. Shaw
listed; listing; lists
1
a
: to make a list of : enumerate
She began listing places she wanted to travel.
Can you list three former U.S. presidents?
Please list the medicines you currently take.
b
: to add (someone or something) to a list : register
They listed their property (for sale).
The animal has now been officially listed as endangered.
He listed messiness as a pet peeve.
c
: to have or show a list of
This guide lists simple tips for operating your fire pit better …—Brian Bennet
Brian Bennet… put up eight huge electronic billboards listing gate information for flights to and from nearly 20 cities …—Bridget O'Brian
Bridget O'BrianThe database lists people who need food, cooks, drivers, and deliveries.—Paul Ford
Paul Ford
d
: to have or show (someone or something) as part of a list, register, or record
Our system lists you as her emergency contact.
The recipe lists some ingredients I've never heard of.
The Lenovo site currently lists that configuration at $2,016 …—Mark Coppock
Mark Coppock2
: to place (oneself) in a specified category
lists himself as a political liberal
3
archaic
: recruit
1
: to become entered in a catalog with a selling price
a car that lists for $12,000
2
archaic
: enlist
listed; listing; lists
: to tilt to one side
especially, of a boat or ship
: to tilt to one side in a state of equilibrium (as from an unbalanced load) compare heel
: to cause to list
The shifting cargo listed the ship.
: a deviation from the vertical : tilt
The ship had a heavy list to starboard.
also
: the extent of such a deviation
1
2
lists plural in form but singular or plural in construction
a
: an arena for combat (such as jousting)
entered the lists against the bull—Frank Yerby
Frank Yerby
b
: a field of competition or controversy
The candidate entered the political lists.
3
: stripe
The horse had a list along its back.
listed; listing; lists
1
: to cut away a narrow strip from the edge of
2
: to prepare or plant (land) in ridges and furrows with a lister
listed; listing; lists
archaic
Synonyms
Examples of list in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebAngel Saunders, Peoplemag, 30 Apr. 2024
Powerball 2024 drawing jackpot winners Here is the list of 2024 Powerball jackpot wins, according to powerball.com:
$842.4 million — Jan. 1; Michigan.
$1.362 million — April 6; Oregon.
—Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Apr. 2024
Columbia University protesters, for example, have a broad list of divestment targets, demanding the Ivy League college disclose and unload investments in a broad set of companies with ties to Israel, including Google, Amazon and Airbnb.
—Rafael Nam, NPR, 30 Apr. 2024
Below is the complete list of predictions for how much home prices will increase in Idaho’s 13 metropolitan statistical areas from now to March 30, 2025.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 30 Apr. 2024
Making Anderson’s easy dessert recipe is just as simple as the ingredient list: Allow 2 cups of vanilla ice cream to melt, then whisk that together with 4 large egg yolks and a pinch of salt.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2024
Erin Walsh, veteran stylist to such stars as Anne Hathaway, Selena Gomez, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kerry Washington — and a regular on The Hollywood Reporter’s Top 25 Stylists list — was named style curator of the year.
—Merle Ginsberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Apr. 2024
The first Black Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and Langston Hughes are included among the list of notable graduates.
—Rayna Reid Rayford, Essence, 29 Apr. 2024
Shafik also offered to share information about how to access a list of the school's direct investment holdings, with more frequent updates.
—Lisa Rozner, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2024
Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 19 Apr. 2024
Distinct room service menus are available to main resort and chalet guests, but caviar is not listed on the menu.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2024
It’s believed Meghan Markle will not only star in the series, as she is also listed as an executive producer.
—Harriet Johnston, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2024
But not every species in danger of extinction gets listed.
—Grace Manthey, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2024
The exact size of the inheritance remains unclear, but McConnell's 2008 financial disclosure lists a money market fund worth between $5 million and $25 million, the same range the largest fund is listed at in McConnell's 2022 filing.
—Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 18 Apr. 2024
On Thursday morning, the league’s website still listed Dukes as executive director.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 18 Apr. 2024
Walmart is listed among the company's stockholders with a 5% or greater share.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Quartz, 18 Apr. 2024
Robinson is listed as probable for Friday’s game against the Bulls.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2024
Noun
He was also recently named to Forbes’ prestigious billionaire’s list.
—Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 30 Apr. 2024
Powerball 2024 drawing jackpot winners Here is the list of 2024 Powerball jackpot wins, according to powerball.com:
$842.4 million — Jan. 1; Michigan.
$1.362 million — April 6; Oregon.
—Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Apr. 2024
Columbia University protesters, for example, have a broad list of divestment targets, demanding the Ivy League college disclose and unload investments in a broad set of companies with ties to Israel, including Google, Amazon and Airbnb.
—Rafael Nam, NPR, 30 Apr. 2024
Below is the complete list of predictions for how much home prices will increase in Idaho’s 13 metropolitan statistical areas from now to March 30, 2025.
—Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 30 Apr. 2024
Making Anderson’s easy dessert recipe is just as simple as the ingredient list: Allow 2 cups of vanilla ice cream to melt, then whisk that together with 4 large egg yolks and a pinch of salt.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2024
Erin Walsh, veteran stylist to such stars as Anne Hathaway, Selena Gomez, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kerry Washington — and a regular on The Hollywood Reporter’s Top 25 Stylists list — was named style curator of the year.
—Merle Ginsberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Apr. 2024
The first Black Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and Langston Hughes are included among the list of notable graduates.
—Rayna Reid Rayford, Essence, 29 Apr. 2024
Shafik also offered to share information about how to access a list of the school's direct investment holdings, with more frequent updates.
—Lisa Rozner, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2024
Verb
Here are the Sacramento County food facility inspections for April 11 through Wednesday, as of noon Thursday:
If an inspection listed below needs clarification, business owners can email Sacramento Bee reporter Jacqueline Pinedo at jpinedo@sacbee.com.
—Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 19 Apr. 2024
Distinct room service menus are available to main resort and chalet guests, but caviar is not listed on the menu.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2024
It’s believed Meghan Markle will not only star in the series, as she is also listed as an executive producer.
—Harriet Johnston, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2024
But not every species in danger of extinction gets listed.
—Grace Manthey, CBS News, 18 Apr. 2024
The exact size of the inheritance remains unclear, but McConnell's 2008 financial disclosure lists a money market fund worth between $5 million and $25 million, the same range the largest fund is listed at in McConnell's 2022 filing.
—Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 18 Apr. 2024
On Thursday morning, the league’s website still listed Dukes as executive director.
—Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 18 Apr. 2024
Walmart is listed among the company's stockholders with a 5% or greater share.
—Anne D'innocenzio, Quartz, 18 Apr. 2024
Robinson is listed as probable for Friday’s game against the Bulls.
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2024
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“List.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/list. Accessed 3 May. 2024.
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list
1 of 7 verb
archaic
list
2 of 7 verb
archaic
: to listen to : hear
list
3 of 7 noun1
: a band or strip of material
2
plural
a
: an arena for jousting
b
: a field of competition or dispute
list
4 of 7 noun
: a leaning to one side : tilt
list
5 of 7 verb
: to lean to one side : tilt
a listing ship
list
6 of 7 noun
: a record or catalog of names or items
guest list
grocery list
list
7 of 7 verb1
: to make a list of
2
: to put on a list
3
: to have a list price
a car that lists at $20,000
Etymology
Verb
Old English lystan "to please, suit, be desirable"
Verb
Old English hlystan "to listen"
Noun
Old English līste "strip"
Verb
origin unknown
Noun
from French liste "a series of names or numbers," from Italian lista (same meaning); of Germanic origin
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