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May 26, 2012
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Synonyms for index

Noun

1. index, scale, scale of measurement, graduated table, ordered series
usage: a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number
2. index, index number, indicant, indicator, fact
usage: a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time
3. exponent, power, index, mathematical notation
usage: a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself
4. index, list, listing
usage: an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed
5. index, index finger, forefinger, finger
usage: the finger next to the thumb

Verb

1. index, list
usage: list in an index
2. index, supply, provide, render, furnish
usage: provide with an index; "index the book"
3. index, determine, shape, mold, influence, regulate
usage: adjust through indexation; "The government indexes wages and prices"
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