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list

n. · v.
US //ˈɫɪst// UK //lˈɪst// list
  1. 1 a series of items (n.)
    A1 Beginner

    a series of names, items, or numbers written down one after another.

    a series of items, names, or tasks written or printed in a specific order for reference or record-keeping.

    Example

    I made a shopping list so I wouldn't forget anything at the supermarket.

    Example

    The manager reviewed the inventory list to determine which supplies needed to be reordered before the holiday rush.
  2. 2 a tilt to one side (n.)
    C1 Advanced Technical Nautical

    a leaning or tilting position, usually of a ship or a building.

    a leaning or tilting to one side, typically referring to a vessel or structure that is not upright.

    Example

    The old ship had a heavy list to the left after the storm.

    Example

    The cargo ship developed a dangerous ten-degree list to starboard after the heavy machinery shifted during the gale.
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  1. 3 jousting area (n.)
    C2 Proficiency Archaic Literary

    the area where knights used to fight in jousting competitions.

    the barriers or palisades enclosing an area for jousting or combat.

    Example

    The knights entered the lists to prove their bravery before the king.

    Example

    The heralds cleared the lists as the two champions prepared for the final pass of the tournament.
  2. 4 to write in order (v.)
    A2 Elementary

    to write or say a series of things in a specific order.

    to record or enumerate items in a series; often used when cataloguing information.

    Example

    Please list your previous jobs on the application form.

    Example

    The report lists several recommendations for improving the company's environmental impact over the next decade.
  3. 5 to tilt (v.)
    C1 Advanced Technical Nautical

    to lean or tilt to one side.

    to lean or cause to lean to one side, especially of a ship.

    Example

    The boat started to list as water leaked into the engine room.

    Example

    The damaged vessel began to list heavily, forcing the crew to abandon ship before it capsized entirely.
  4. 6 to listen (v.)
    C2 Proficiency Archaic Literary

    an old word for listening to something.

    to listen or pay attention to; used primarily in poetry or older texts.

    Example

    List to the sound of the wind in the trees.

    Example

    The poet urged his audience to list closely to the whispers of the ancient forest.
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