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Listing

UK /["/ˈlɪstɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈlɪstɪŋ/"]/

Definition

a list, especially an official or published list of people or things, often arranged in alphabetical order

In simple words: A list of items or things.

Examples

  • a comprehensive listing of all airlines
  • For a complete listing of weather advisories and warnings in your area, visit the National Weather Service website.
  • The service started with an original listing of 53 local businesses.
  • a listings website/magazine
  • The company is seeking a stock exchange listing *(= for trading shares)*.

Usage notes

Used in various contexts, often for organizing information. It's appropriate in both formal and informal settings, such as in business reports or casual conversations. Avoid overusing in a single sentence to prevent confusion.

Grammar pattern

listing + object

Memory hint

Think of 'list' and add 'ing' — a listing is just an ongoing list.

Collocations

  • property listing
  • job listing
  • online listing
  • listing price
  • listing agreement

Synonyms

  • catalog
  • inventory
  • register
  • directory
  • enumeration

Antonyms

  • removal
  • deletion

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'listing' with 'list' when referring to a document.
  • Using 'listing' without clear context, making sentences vague.
  • Incorrectly pluralizing as 'listings' when referring to a singular listing.