Inventory Definition & Meaning
inventory
- noun
- a detailed list of all the items in stock
- the merchandise that a shop has on hand; "they carried a vast inventory of hardware"; "they stopped selling in exact sizes in order to reduce inventory"
- (accounting) the value of a firm's current assets including raw materials and work in progress and finished goods
- a collection of resources; "he dipped into his intellectual armory to find an answer"
- making an itemized list of merchandise or supplies on hand; "an inventory may be necessary to see if anything is missing"; "they held an inventory every month"
- verb
- make or include in an itemized record or report; "Inventory all books before the end of the year"
"Inventory" in song lyrics
See how inventory is used in real songs:
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"Too many people got their hands out, feel like I've been takin inventory"
Blueprint — Trouble on My Mind -
"Try to fast so I can build up inventory"
The Brothahood — Journey Within -
"There's more in this rhyme than word inventory"
The Brothahood — Takbir
Words that rhyme with inventory
Usage tips for "inventory"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "inventory" 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 inventory to find words that pair well.