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listing

n. · v.
US //ˈɫɪstɪŋ// UK //lˈɪstɪŋ// list·ing
  1. 1 an entry in a directory (n.)
    B1 Intermediate

    an item or entry in a printed or digital list, like a business directory or a website.

    an individual entry in a directory, catalogue, or database, often containing descriptive details.

    Example

    I found a local plumber by looking at the business listings online.

    Example

    The directory contains thousands of business listings, each verified by the local chamber of commerce to ensure accuracy for consumers.
  2. 2 real estate/property (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    a house or apartment that is currently for sale or rent.

    a formal record of a property available for sale or lease, typically managed by an agent.

    Example

    We spent the weekend looking at new real estate listings in the suburbs.

    Example

    The agent suggested that we update the photos in the listing to better highlight the renovated kitchen and garden space.
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  1. 3 computer code (n.)
    C1 Advanced Technical Computing

    a printed or displayed version of a computer program's code.

    a complete representation of a computer program's source code, often for the purpose of debugging or documentation.

    Example

    The textbook included a short program listing to show how the loop works.

    Example

    The developer reviewed the assembly listing to identify exactly where the memory leak was occurring during the execution cycle.
  2. 4 tilting to one side (v.)
    C1 Advanced Formal

    the act of a ship or building leaning over to one side.

    the action of a vessel or structure inclining to one side, typically due to weight imbalance or damage.

    Example

    The old ship was listing heavily to the left after the storm.

    Example

    The damaged freighter was listing at a dangerous angle, forcing the crew to abandon ship before it capsized completely.
  3. 5 making a list (v.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the act of writing things down in a list.

    the process of compiling or recording items in a systematic series.

    Example

    Listing your goals can help you stay focused on your work.

    Example

    The auditor spent the afternoon listing every discrepancy found in the financial records from the previous fiscal year.

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