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 WebThe Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
What kind of a woman would leave her terrifying, violent ex off that invite list!
—Judith Regan, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Apr. 2024
The list of artists she’s worked with includes Quincy Jones, Donna Summer, Janet Jackson, MC Hammer and SWV.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2024
As a result of that fight, Virk had called several boys on Cook's contact list, spreading rumors that Cook had AIDS and fake breasts, among other remarks on her appearance.
—USA TODAY, 18 Apr. 2024
Fortune has reached out to all the companies on the list for comment.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 18 Apr. 2024
Fain joins an overall list that includes musician Dua Lipa, filmmaker Sofia Coppola and quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press, 17 Apr. 2024
To view the list of past winners, visit the Mega Millions website.
—USA TODAY, 6 Apr. 2024
Check out the complete lists of 50 notable works for fiction and the top 50 nonfiction books of last year.
—Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 5 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
In Arizona, the list was expanded this school year to include Medicaid, paving the way for more schools to become eligible for the program.
—The Arizona Republic, 18 Apr. 2024
What kind of a woman would leave her terrifying, violent ex off that invite list!
—Judith Regan, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Apr. 2024
The list of artists she’s worked with includes Quincy Jones, Donna Summer, Janet Jackson, MC Hammer and SWV.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2024
As a result of that fight, Virk had called several boys on Cook's contact list, spreading rumors that Cook had AIDS and fake breasts, among other remarks on her appearance.
—USA TODAY, 18 Apr. 2024
Fortune has reached out to all the companies on the list for comment.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 18 Apr. 2024
Fain joins an overall list that includes musician Dua Lipa, filmmaker Sofia Coppola and quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
—Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press, 17 Apr. 2024
To view the list of past winners, visit the Mega Millions website.
—USA TODAY, 6 Apr. 2024
Check out the complete lists of 50 notable works for fiction and the top 50 nonfiction books of last year.
—Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 5 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
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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