indexer

in·dex

I i

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-deks]
- /ˈɪn dɛks/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-deks]
- /ˈɪn dɛks/

Definitions of indexer word

noun plural indexer (in a nonfiction book, monograph, etc.) a more or less detailed alphabetical listing of names, places, and topics along with the numbers of the pages on which they are mentioned or discussed, usually included in or constituting the back matter. 1
noun plural indexer a sequential arrangement of material, especially in alphabetical or numerical order. 1
noun plural indexer something used or serving to point out; a sign, token, or indication: a true index of his character. 1
noun plural indexer something that directs attention to some fact, condition, etc.; a guiding principle. 1
noun plural indexer a pointer or indicator in a scientific instrument. 1
noun plural indexer a piece of wood, metal, or the like, serving as a pointer or indicator. 1

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Origin of indexer

First appearance:

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English < Latin: informer, pointer, equivalent to in- in-2 + -dec- (combining form of dic-, show, declare, indicate; akin to teach) + -s nominative singular ending

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indexer popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 97% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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