discography

Or dis·kog·ra·phy

[dih-skog-ruh-fee]

noun

plural

discographies 

1. a selective or complete list of phonograph recordings, typically of one composer, performer, or conductor.

2. the analysis, history, or classification of phonograph recordings.

3. the methods of analyzing or classifying phonograph recordings.

discography

/ dɪsˈkɒɡrəfɪ /

noun

1. a classified reference list of gramophone records

2. another word for discology

Other Word Forms

• discographer noun
• discographical adjective
• discographic adjective
• discographically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of discography¹

From the French word discographie, dating back to 1930–35. See disc, -o-, -graphy

Example Sentences

The Virginia native’s slim but hugely impactful discography — just three LPs and an assortment of live cuts and loosies — showcased the same loving commitment to the sensual possibilities of pure sound.

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With a discography ranging from growling hardcore to radio-friendly pop-rock to their current foray into post-punk, the band has gone through more musical eras than Taylor Swift while staying remarkably consistent in other ways.

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These allusions to Ireland are ever-present in the band’s creations, with titles such as “Tir na nÓg” and “Connla’s Well” specked across their discography.

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With a lyric about surviving unspeakable loss, it's one of the most raw and adventurous songs in Sheeran's discography.

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It’s not as though The Weeknd’s vast discography isn’t ripe for the movie treatment.

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