registry
/ˈɹɛd͡ʒɪstɹi/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: registries
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A building in which things are registered or where registers are kept.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A record; an account; a register.
Noun
Examples
The best — and easiest — way to shop for the "perfect" gift is to consult the couple's wedding gift registry, since these are the items they want and need […]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “registry” mean?
A building in which things are registered or where registers are kept.
Is “registry” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.