Meaning of 'index'

noun

the finger next to the thumb

Synonyms: index finger forefinger

noun

an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed

noun

a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts

Synonyms: indicator

noun

a mathematical notation indicating the number of times a quantity is multiplied by itself

Synonyms: power

noun

a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number

verb

adjust through indexation

Example: "The government indexes wages and prices"

verb

provide with an index

Example: "index the book"

verb

list in an index