Library Cataloging Terminology

noun a system of letters used to represent sounds of a language

adjective relating to or expressed by a system of letters

• The glossary is organized in alphabetic order for easy reference.
• You can find the word you're looking for in the dictionary, it's all alphabetic.
• I alphabetized my bookshelf so it's easier to find my favorite novels.
• Her thoughts were all jumbled up, like an unalphabetic mess.

noun a geographical dictionary or directory used to provide information about places and locations

• The gazetteer contains detailed information about geographic locations.
• I found the address in the gazetteer.
• Check the gazetteer for all the cool spots in town.
• The gazetteer of memories in her mind held stories of adventures past.