registering
word · lemma: register
Definition
The act of signing up or recording information formally, usually in a list or database. It can mean joining for an event, making an account, or officially entering information.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for accounts, classes, events, or voting. 'Registering' can be reflexive ('registering myself') or refer to others. Avoid confusing with 'signing' (just a signature) or 'enrolling' (specific to courses/schools). Formal in most uses, but common in everyday contexts.
Example Sentences
I am registering for the new English class.
basic
She is registering her car at the office.
basic
They are registering to vote in the election.
basic
I spent all morning registering for different online accounts.
natural
Are you registering anyone else for the conference, or just yourself?
natural
People were lined up outside, registering last minute before the doors closed.
natural