registry
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
a place or office where official records and lists are kept.
a physical or digital repository where official registers are maintained for public or legal reference.
Simple“The couple went to the local registry to sign their marriage documents.”
In context“The land registry provides a transparent record of property ownership, ensuring that all historical transactions are documented for legal clarity.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
the act of putting a name or information on an official list.
the process or act of entering information into an official register.
Simple“Registry of the new ship took several weeks to complete.”
In context“The formal registry of the vessel under a foreign flag allowed the company to navigate different maritime tax regulations.”
Synonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
a database that stores settings and options for a computer's operating system.
a hierarchical database used by operating systems to store configuration settings for hardware, software, and user preferences.
Simple“You should be careful when changing settings in the system registry.”
In context“The software installer modified several keys within the Windows registry to ensure the application launched correctly upon system startup.”
UsageUsually used with 'the' when referring to the Windows Registry.
Synonyms
“Land Registry records show the site has been divided up and sold to several owners.”
“However, the Guardian has examined the EPCs of more than 700 domestic properties listed as being owned by one of the three royal estates on the Land Registry.”