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indexes

Pronunciation: [ˈɪnˌdɛksɪz]

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Learn how to use indexes in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “books and research”

(noun) a list at the end of a book that shows where you can find certain topics or names. It's like a helpful guide to where important information is located in the book.

Example

The book had a detailed index that made it easy to find information about different animals.

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Without an index, it was hard to locate the chapters I needed in the thick textbook.

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Did you check the index to find the section about dinosaurs?

Context: “finance”

(noun) a number that shows how much a group of things has changed in value over time. Think of it like a score that helps people understand how the stock market or economy is doing.

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The stock market index rose today, meaning many companies are doing well.

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Last month, the index dropped significantly, which worried many investors.

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What caused the index to increase so much in the last week?

Context: “data and organization”

(verb) to create a system that helps find information or items in a collection. Imagine making a list so you can easily find your favorite toys later.

Example

The librarian indexed the new books, making it easier for students to find what they needed.

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If you don’t index the items, it will be difficult to find them later.

Example

Have you indexed the documents in the filing cabinet yet?

How to pronounce indexes

Pronunciation: [ˈɪnˌdɛksɪz]

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