What does "listed" mean?

1. (on an official list) included on a formal or official list. 2. (publicly traded) describes a company whose shares can be bought and sold on a stock exchange. 3. (protected historic building) describes a building that is protected by law because it is old or beautiful.

How do you use "listed"?

Often used with a grade, such as 'Grade II listed'.

listed

adj.

US //ˈɫɪstəd// UK //lˈɪstɪd// list·ed

1 on an official list (adj.)
A2 Elementary

included on a formal or official list.

recorded or entered on a formal, official, or public list.

Example

Please check if your name is listed on the final schedule for the trip.

Example

The names of all successful candidates were listed alphabetically on the university's main noticeboard for public viewing.
- unlisted
2 publicly traded (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate Technical

describes a company whose shares can be bought and sold on a stock exchange.

referring to a company whose shares are traded on a public stock exchange.

Example

The tech startup became a listed company last year.

Example

As a listed entity, the corporation is subject to stringent financial reporting requirements and regular audits by regulatory bodies.
- public
- quoted
- private
- unlisted

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3 protected historic building (adj.)
B2 Upper Intermediate British English

describes a building that is protected by law because it is old or beautiful.

designated as having significant architectural or historical interest, providing legal protection against unauthorised alterations.

Example

They live in a listed cottage that was built in the 1700s.

Example

The developer faced significant legal hurdles when attempting to modernise the listed warehouse due to its historical importance to the local docklands.

Usage

Often used with a grade, such as 'Grade II listed'.
- protected
- heritage