Pronunciation

/rɪˈzɛɡəstər/

Definitions

Noun

1. A list or record of names, items, or information, often kept in a book or on a computer: The school’s register of students.
2. (Computing) The device that stores data temporarily during computer operations: The CPU retrieves data from the memory register.
3. An official record of events or transactions: The ship’s log is the captain’s register of daily happenings.

Verb

1. To enroll or record someone’s name or details in a register: Students must register for classes at the start of each semester.
2. To enter data into a register or system: The software automatically registers sales at checkout.

Adjective

1. Official or formal: A registered trademark.
2. Designating something that has been officially entered or accounted for: A registered vote.

Phrases

• “Keep a register” means to maintain a record.
• “Register for an event” means to sign up or enroll.
• “Check the register” is to look up a record or transaction.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The teacher asked each student to write their name in the attendance register.”
• Verb: “I need to register my laptop with IT before I can use it on campus.”
• Adjective: “The company provides registered nurses to care for patients.”

Synonyms

• Enrollment
• Log
• Record
• Registeration
• Enrollment list
• Logbook
• Registering

Antonyms

• Unregistered
• Anonymous
• Unlisted