Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

directory

noun
/dɪˈrɛk.tər.i/
Definition
A directory is a listing of names, addresses, and other contact details of individuals or organizations, often organized in an easy-to-navigate format.
Examples
  • The phone directory can help you find someone’s phone number.
  • She saved the contact details of her friends in her email directory.
  • The university provides a directory of faculty members online.
Meaning
It refers to a system or structure that provides a way to locate information about people, businesses, or resources.
Synonyms
  • List
  • Index
  • Catalog
  • Register