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index
[ in-deks ]
/ ˈɪn dɛks /
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noun, plural in·dex·es, in·di·ces [in-duh-seez]. /ˈɪn dəˌsiz/.
verb (used with object)
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British Dictionary definitions for index
index
/ (ˈɪndɛks) /
noun plural -dexes or -dices (-dɪˌsiːz)
verb (tr)
Derived forms of index
indexer, nounindexless, adjectiveWord Origin for index
C16: from Latin: pointer, hence forefinger, title, index, from indicāre to disclose, show; see indicate
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Medical definitions for index
index
[ ĭn′dĕks′ ]
n. pl. in•dex•es
A guide, standard, indicator, symbol, or number indicating the relation of one part or thing to another in respect to size, capacity, or function.
A core or mold used to record or maintain the relative position of a tooth or teeth to one another or to a cast.
A guide, usually made of plaster, used to reposition teeth, casts, or parts.
The index finger.
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Cultural definitions for index
index
An alphabetical list of subjects treated in a book. It usually appears at the end of the book and identifies page numbers on which information about each subject appears.
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