Catalogue Definition & Meaning

catalogue
noun
  1. a complete list of things; usually arranged systematically; "it does not pretend to be a catalog of his achievements"
  2. a book or pamphlet containing an enumeration of things; "he found it in the Sears catalog"
verb
  1. make an itemized list or catalog of; classify; "He is cataloguing his photographic negatives"
  2. make a catalogue, compile a catalogue; "She spends her weekends cataloguing"

"Catalogue" in song lyrics

See how catalogue is used in real songs:

  • "The scared battle dog, with the underground catalogue"
    Aceyalone — Project Blowed
  • "The classic raw rap catalogue"
    Bronze Nazareth — Southpaw
  • "Hold up, let me backtrack through the catalogue"
    Horrorshow — Thoughtcrime (Doin' My Think)

Usage tips for "catalogue"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "catalogue" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for catalogue to find words that pair well.

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