C1noun 2K

Directory

🇬🇧 UK /["/dəˈrektəri//daɪˈrektəri/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dəˈrektəri//daɪˈrektəri/"]/

Meaning of Directory

a book or electronic resource containing lists of information, usually in alphabetical order, for example people’s phone numbers or the names and addresses of businesses in a particular area

In simple words: A list or collection of information about things, like names, addresses, or files.

Directory in a sentence

• The directory on the computer contains all the files related to the project.
• Please check the directory to find the contact information of local businesses.
• She looked up his address in the directory before sending the letter.
• The telephone directory is updated annually with new listings.
• On the website, the directory lists all the departments in alphabetical order.
• In UNIX systems, a directory can contain files and other directories.
• The directory structure helps to organize documents for easier access.

How to use Directory

Used in contexts like business, computers, and phone listings. It is appropriate when talking about organization systems but may sound overly formal in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'direc-TORY' that leads you to find someone’s contact.

Related words

Collocations with Directory

• business
• telephone
• trade
• check
• consult
• compile
• in a/​the directory
• directory of
• business
• telephone
• trade
• check
• consult
• compile
• in a/​the directory
• directory of

Synonyms for Directory

• index
• list
• catalog
• register
• guide

Opposites of Directory

• file
• document

Common mistakes with Directory

• Mixing it up with 'directory' vs 'directly'.
• Using 'direct' instead of 'directory' when referring to a list.
• Confusing the spelling with 'directrey'.

Frequently asked questions about Directory

What does Directory mean?

A list or collection of information about things, like names, addresses, or files.

What is the definition of Directory?

a book or electronic resource containing lists of information, usually in alphabetical order, for example people’s phone numbers or the names and addresses of businesses in a particular area

How do you use Directory in a sentence?

The directory on the computer contains all the files related to the project.

Can you give another example of Directory?

Please check the directory to find the contact information of local businesses.

What are synonyms for Directory?

Common alternatives include index, list, catalog, register, guide.

What is the opposite of Directory?

Opposite meanings include file, document.

What words go with Directory?

It commonly pairs with business, telephone, trade, check, consult, compile, in a/​the directory, directory of, business, telephone, trade, check, consult, compile, in a/​the directory, directory of.

What are common mistakes when using Directory?

Mixing it up with 'directory' vs 'directly'. Using 'direct' instead of 'directory' when referring to a list. Confusing the spelling with 'directrey'.

How do you pronounce Directory?

US: /["/dəˈrektəri//daɪˈrektəri/"]/, UK: /["/dəˈrektəri//daɪˈrektəri/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Directory?

Used in contexts like business, computers, and phone listings. It is appropriate when talking about organization systems but may sound overly formal in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Directory?

"Directory" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.