lists

[lists]

noun

(used with a singular or plural verb)

1. an enclosed arena for a tilting contest.

2. the barriers enclosing this arena.

3. any place or scene of combat, competition, controversy, etc.

lists

/ lɪsts /

plural noun

1. history

   1. the enclosed field of combat at a tournament

   2. the barriers enclosing the field at a tournament

2. any arena or scene of conflict, controversy, etc

3. to engage in a conflict, controversy, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of lists¹

1350–1400; Middle English listes, plural of liste list ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of lists¹

C14: plural of _list ² (border, boundary)

Idioms and Phrases

Idioms

1. enter the lists, to involve oneself in a conflict or contest.

   to enter the lists against the protective tariff.

Example Sentences

The CDC didn’t announce his appointment, but an internal database lists him as the agency’s principal deputy director, with a start date of Nov. 23.

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People are also being encouraged to share details with any residents who are unable to access the lists online.

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She argued that the Scottish government should focus on bringing down NHS waiting lists, improving the education system and investing in infrastructure.

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Before you shop — or scroll obsessively through countless lists of “best” Black Friday deals — Daniels recommended taking a few minutes to find one single way to strengthen your own finances.

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“Best places to retire” lists are as numerous as the places themselves.

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Related Words

• account 
• agenda 
• archive 
• ballot 
• bill 
• calendar 
• catalog 
• checklist 
• dictionary 
• directory 
• draft 
• file 
• index 
• inventory 
• lineup 
• listing 
• menu 
• poll 
• program 
• schedule