catalog

word

/ˈkætəɫɔɡ/
KA-tuh-lawg
/ˈkætəlɔɡ/
KA-tuh-log

Definition

A catalog is a list or collection of items, such as products for sale or books in a library, often organized by category. It can be a printed booklet or an online database.

Usage & Nuances

'Catalog' can be a noun or a verb ('to catalog items'). American English prefers 'catalog,' while British English often spells it 'catalogue.' Most often refers to a product, library, or course list. Common collocations: 'product catalog,' 'library catalog,' 'mail-order catalog.'

Example Sentences

I found the book in the library catalog.

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Please order from the spring catalog.

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There is a toy catalog for children.

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Did you get a chance to browse the new clothing catalog?

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They added dozens of movies to the online catalog last week.

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I spent hours trying to catalog all my old vinyl records.

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