dictionary catalog

noun

1. a library catalog having all its entries, including authors, titles, subjects, etc., in one general alphabetical sequence.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dictionary catalog¹

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

A dictionary catalog for the public in the general library, duplicated in part in the catalog department (Official catalog).

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A dictionary catalog will be useful in teaching the child to look up subjects for himself.

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If a dictionary catalog is made it will prove to be most helpful to the serious students.

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All of this material is listed in a separate dictionary catalog prepared expressly for the school's use.

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There is a pretty general agreement that the dictionary catalog is the most desirable for department libraries.

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