Search results for 'register':

register noun 1 a a written list or record of names, events, etc; b a book containing such a list. 2 a machine or device which records and lists information, eg a cash register. 3 music the range of tones produced by the human voice or a musical instrument. 4 music a an organ stop or stop-knob; b the set of pipes controlled by an organ stop. 5 a style of speech or language suitable for and used in a particular situation. 6 a device for regulating a draught. 7 printing exact adjustment of position, eg of colours in a picture. 8 computing a device for storing small amounts of data. verb (registered, registering) 1 to enter (an event, name, etc) in an official register. 2 intrans to enter one's name and address in a hotel register on arrival. 3 tr & intr to enrol formally • Please register for the conference by Friday. 4 to send (a letter, parcel, etc) by registered post. 5 said of a device: to record and usually show (speed, information, etc) automatically. 6 said of a person's face, expression, etc: to show (a particular feeling). 7 intrans, colloq to make an impression on someone, eg by being understood, remembered, etc • The name didn't register. registered adj 1 a recorded; b entered (in a list, etc). 2 enrolled. registrable adj. registration noun 1 registering. 2 something registered. 3 music the art or act of combining stops in organ-playing.
ETYMOLOGY: 14c: from Latin regesta things recorded, from regerere to enter or record.