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List

Ordered collection of items.

array list

A list is an ordered collection of items, typically used to organize and present information in a structured format.

Pronunciation

/lɪst/

Etymology

From Old English līst 'a list, series', from Proto-West Germanic *listaz.

Explain Like I’m 5

A list is like a shopping list - it's an ordered collection of things, one after another.

Fun Facts

The concept of lists has been used for centuries to organize information
Early forms of lists were found in ancient Mesopotamia
Lists are fundamental data structures in computer science

FAQ

What is a list? An ordered collection of items
Can lists be empty? Yes, a list can contain no items
What are some common uses for lists? Organizing data, storing information

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

enumeration roster inventory

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

collection sequence

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

checklist catalog directory

Meronyms — Parts or Components

item element entry

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

database record

Indexes

data structure structured arrangement

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