directory

Meanings

• noun

  A collection of information organized for easy reference.

  - "The phone book is a directory of names and phone numbers."
  - "The library has a directory of all its books."

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Synonyms

folder

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with directory
library , hibernia , terrify

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Variants

List of all variants of directory that leads to same result
directory , directories , directory assistance , directory enquiries , ex-directory , telephone directory , go ex-directory , phone directory , sub-directories , sub-directory , subdirectories , subdirectory

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Middle English 'dirigeere', meaning 'to guide' or 'to direct'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The first telephone directories were printed on thin sheets of paper and distributed door-to-door.

2. The largest telephone directory in the world is the White Pages of Canada, which contains over 14 million listings.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. database: A database is a structured collection of data, similar to a directory, but with more complex data structures and capabilities.

2. index: An index is a type of directory that allows for quick look-up of specific information based on a keyword or other identifier.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, directories are often used as a metaphor for knowledge and information. In art, directories can symbolize organization and structure.

How to Memorize "directory"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, organized collection of files or information.
   - Visualize yourself flipping through the pages of a phone book.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'directory' with the idea of organization and ease of access.
   - Think of a directory as a map or guide to information.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym DIR to remember the meaning of directory: Data, Information, Reference.
   - Remember the phrase 'Directory: A Guide to Info'.

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