discography

or dis·kog·ra·phy

[ dih-skog-ruh-fee ]

noun

, plural dis·cog·ra·phies.

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

Derived Forms

• disˈcographer, noun

Other Words From

• dis·co·graph·i·cal [dis-k, uh, -, graf, -i-k, uh, l], disco·graphic adjective
• disco·graphi·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of discography¹

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

Example Sentences

Over the years, her discography has had moments of bedroom pop, soft punk and deep house.

From Los Angeles Times

But they’re also acutely aware of the creative arc built into a discography and the story it tells about an artist or a band.

From Los Angeles Times

Her discography is loads of fun but it can also be overwhelming, so if you’ve previously been intimidated by it, consider this a road map.

From New York Times

Jay’s discography has become the stuff of L.A. legend — hood anthems, strip club classics.

From Los Angeles Times

And since I did not have time to delve too deeply into her discography in my article, I figured an Amplifier playlist was in order.

From New York Times