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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

indexing

/ˈɪndɛksɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does indexing mean?

noun

The process of creating and maintaining a list of references or entries in a database or catalog, typically in alphabetical or numerical order. The act of providing or using an index to locate information.

Example

"The librarian spent hours indexing the new book collection to make it easier for readers to find specific titles."

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