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English
Directory
dɪˈrɛktəri
Extremely common
300 - 400
300 - 400
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Directory -
A book or a list that provides information about a specific group of people, organizations, or services, typically arranged in alphabetical order
Example: I found his contact information in the company directory.
Usage: formalContext: business or professional settings
Note: Commonly used in offices, institutions, and organizations to locate contact details
A folder or a file system on a computer that organizes and stores files and subdirectories
Example: Save the document in the 'Documents' directory on your computer.
Usage: formalContext: information technology or computing
Note: Used in the context of file management and organizing digital information
A collection of websites or web pages organized by topic or category
Example: The online directory lists various restaurants in the area.
Usage: formalContext: internet or online resources
Note: Often used to refer to online platforms that categorize and list websites for easy access
Directory's synonyms
listing
A listing is a detailed list or catalog of items, people, or information.
Example: The listing of all employees is posted on the company's intranet.
Note: Listing is more commonly used in the context of items or properties being listed, while directory is often used for organizational structures or contact information.
catalog
A catalog is a systematic list of items, often with descriptive details.
Example: The library catalog provides information on all the available books.
Note: Catalog typically implies a more detailed and descriptive list compared to a directory, which may focus more on contact information or organizational structure.
index
An index is an alphabetical list of topics or names along with page numbers to help locate information within a larger document or work.
Example: The index at the end of the book helps readers locate specific topics.
Note: An index is usually found at the end of a document or publication to aid in finding specific information, while a directory is a standalone list of contacts or organizations.
Directory expressions, common phrases
Open a can of worms
To do or say something that causes a complicated or troublesome situation.
Example: When John asked about the project's budget, he opened a can of worms with all the conflicting opinions.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Hit the nail on the head
To describe someone who is exactly right about something.
Example: Sarah hit the nail on the head when she identified the main reason for the company's decline.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
In the same boat
To be in the same difficult situation as others.
Example: We're all in the same boat when it comes to dealing with the new regulations.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Bite the bullet
To endure a painful or difficult situation.
Example: I know it's a tough decision, but you have to bite the bullet and choose what's best for the team.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Cut to the chase
To get to the main point without wasting time.
Example: Let's cut to the chase and discuss the main points of the proposal.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Jump on the bandwagon
To join a popular trend or activity.
Example: After the new trend took off, many companies jumped on the bandwagon and started offering similar products.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Kick the bucket
To die or pass away.
Example: I'm not ready to kick the bucket yet; I still have a lot of things I want to do.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Cost an arm and a leg
To be very expensive.
Example: The new designer handbag may look great, but it costs an arm and a leg!
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Piece of cake
Something that is very easy to do.
Example: Don't worry, fixing this issue will be a piece of cake for our IT team.
Note: This phrase is figurative and has no direct connection to the word 'directory.'
Directory everyday (slang) expressions
Yellow Pages
Refers to a telephone directory of businesses, sorted by category rather than alphabetically.
Example: I found a great plumber in the Yellow Pages.
Note: Yellow Pages specifically denotes a directory for businesses, compared to a general directory.
Rolodex
Originally a brand name for a rotating card file device used to store contact information.
Example: Let me check my Rolodex for their contact information.
Note: Rolodex is used more informally to refer to any contact list or address book, not specifically the physical device.
Contacts
Normally refers to a list of people's names and contact details.
Example: I'll add you to my contacts so I have your number.
Note: In everyday conversation, 'contacts' specifically means saved phone numbers or email addresses in a device.
Little Black Book
Historically, a small notebook used to record names and contact information of acquaintances.
Example: He keeps all his exes in his little black book.
Note: Now used figuratively to describe a list of people one has romantic or social connections with.
411
Derived from telephone number for directory assistance in the U.S., which provided information.
Example: Can you give me the 411 on what's happening tomorrow?
Note: Informally used to request information or details about a particular topic or situation.
Directory - Examples
The directory contains all the files and folders on the computer.
You can find the phone number in the directory.
The website has a directory of all the restaurants in the city.
Directory grammar
Directory - Noun (Noun) / Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass)
Lemma: directory
Conjugations
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): directories
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): directory
Syllables, Separation and Stress
directory Contains 4 syllables: di • rec • to • ry
Phonetic transcription: də-ˈrek-t(ə-)rē
di rec to ry , də ˈrek t(ə )rē (The red syllable is stressed)
Directory - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
directory: 300 - 400 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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