index

in-dex · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An alphabetical list of names, subjects, or other items at the end of a book, with page references.

  2. 2.

    A number or value used to measure change in prices, wages, or other data.

  3. 3.

    A pointer or indicator.

Forms

plural: indexes

Related words

See also: catalog, directory, indicator
Synonyms: catalog, directory, list

Etymology

From Latin index (forefinger, pointer, sign), from indicare (to point out).