Pronunciation

/kæ’tæləg/

Definitions

Noun

1. A list of items, usually arranged systematically, for sale or reference: The online bookstore has a vast catalog of books.
2. A publication containing such a list: The museum’s art catalog showcases the latest exhibition.
3. A person’s mental repository of knowledge or information: Her photographic memory allowed her to recall details from the catalog of her travels.

Verb

1. To compile or prepare a catalog: They are working on updating the product catalog for the new season.
2. To create a list or inventory: He catalogued all his possessions before moving to a smaller apartment.

Phrases

• “Catalogue items” means to list or classify items.
• “Browse through a catalog” is when you look through a printed or digital collection.
• “Create a catalog for your collection” suggests organizing your belongings.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The library’s catalog helped me find the book I was looking for.”
• Verb: “The company recently released a new catalog of eco-friendly products.”
• Verb (intransitive): “I’ve been cataloging my stamps by country.”

Synonyms

• Inventory
• Catalogue
• Inventory list
• Inventory sheet
• Inventory book
• Directory
• Inventory database
• Register

Antonyms

• Disorganization
• Disorder
• Confusion
• Lack of order