list — a series of items written or printed consecutively, typically one below the other
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a series of items written or printed consecutively, typically one below the other
Pronunciation (IPA): /lɪst/
Example Sentences
- My mom's grocery list is longer than my essay!
- I need to list my priorities before making any decisions.
- His bucket list includes bungee jumping and eating pizza in Italy.
list
NOUN[/lɪst/]
a series of items written or printed consecutively, typically one below the other
A student makes a list of items organized neatly on paper
A list transforms the gist of confusion into mist, bringing a twist of clarity — each item written down makes order shine through
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'liste' and Old French 'liste', ultimately derived from Germanic roots. The word originally referred to a border or edge, later evolving to mean a series of items arranged in rows.
Breakdown
list (noun) - a simple, non-compound word with no morpheme breakdown; the root 'list' derives from Germanic *lista- meaning 'border' or 'edge'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's grocery list is longer than my essay!”
“I need to list my priorities before making any decisions.”
“His bucket list includes bungee jumping and eating pizza in Italy.”
“The ship listed so badly that all the passengers slid to one side!”
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