Pronunciation: /lɪst/

Definitions of list

noun a series of items written or printed for reference

Example Sentences

A1 I made a list of groceries to buy at the store.

A2 She checked the list of names to see if hers was included.

B1 The teacher handed out a list of recommended books for the class.

B2 I need to update my list of contacts in my phone.

C1 The CEO reviewed the list of potential investors for the company.

C2 The archaeologist discovered a list of ancient artifacts in the tomb.

verb to make a list of items

Example Sentences

A1 I can list all the colors of the rainbow.

A2 She listed her favorite movies in a notebook.

B1 The teacher asked us to list the main causes of World War II.

B2 The company will list their new products on their website next week.

C1 He listed his qualifications and experience on his resume.

C2 The author listed all the sources she used for her research paper in the bibliography.

Examples of list in a Sentence

formal Please make sure to follow the list of instructions provided.

informal Hey, did you check out the list of movies we want to watch?

slang I added that song to my 'must-listen' list.

figurative His name is at the top of my list of favorite people.

Grammatical Forms of list

past tense

listed

plural

lists

comparative

more listed

superlative

most listed

present tense

list

future tense

will list

perfect tense

have listed

continuous tense

is listing

singular

list

positive degree

list

infinitive

to list

gerund

listing

participle

listing

Origin and Evolution of list

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'list' originated from the Old English word 'liste' meaning 'border, edging, hem'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'list' evolved to also mean a series of items or names written or printed together in a meaningful grouping, as we commonly use it today.