directory

/dəˈrɛktəri/
noun
  1. A book or electronic list of names, addresses, phone numbers, or other information, usually arranged in alphabetical order.
    • She found his email address in the online employee directory.
    • I looked up the plumber's number in the phone directory.
    • The library has a directory of all local businesses.
  2. A folder or container on a computer that holds files or other folders, used to organize data.
    • You can navigate to the main directory by typing 'cd /' in the terminal.
    • The system administrator created a new directory for the project files.
    • Save the image in the 'Pictures' directory on your desktop.
  3. A board or sign that shows where things are located, such as in a building or shopping mall.
    • The mall directory showed that the food court was on the third floor.
    • A large directory near the entrance listed all the stores and their locations.
    • We checked the building directory to find the dentist's office.
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