Synonyms for

Indexing

Verb / ˈɪndeksɪŋ / Another word for indexing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The process of organizing information or data in an index.

Synonyms & similar words

index cataloging categorizing classifying organizing sorting tabulating systematizing arranging listing registering recording logging archiving filing inventorying compiling structuring grouping marshaling indexation

Example sentences

  1. The librarian spent hours indexing books in the library.
  2. The scientist is indexing data for his research project.
  3. I need to start indexing my files so that I can find things more easily.
  4. The search engine uses indexing to help users find relevant information.
  5. The book publisher hired an indexing service to create a comprehensive index for the book.

Quotes

  • "The indexing of our memories, the tagging of our selves, is a kind of trade-off between the interior and the exterior." - Sherry Turkle
  • "Indexing is a kind of writing, so it is my pleasure and intention to impart to you some of the ideas and skills that go along with it." - Kate Mertes
  • "Indexing is the map, the table of contents, the guidebook, the directory." - Glenda Browne

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