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cataloguing

/kætˈælgɪnaɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does cataloguing mean?

verb

The process of creating, maintaining, and ordering a list or database of items, such as books, films, or artworks. This can be done manually or using a computer system.

Example

"The librarian spent all day cataloguing the new books that had arrived."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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