roster

noun

ˈrä-stər How to pronounce roster (audio)
Definition of rosternext
as in list
a record of a series of items (as names or titles) usually arranged according to some system the roster of subscribers to the journal

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Recent Examples of roster Other restaurants and the bar branch away from the lobby, each a popular spot with its own roster of loyalists. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 The initial equity-holding roster includes influencers and fashion industry notables Alicia McCarvell, Maddy Gustini and Lydia Okello. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 Kiffin’s final roster is due to the SEC on Friday, which is the day before the team will take on Clemson. — Scott Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026 The Dolphins also signed defensive end Malik Herring to their active roster, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. — Miami Herald, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for roster
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  1. list
  2. listing
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  • For those feeling grim about Milwaukee’s local music scene post-The Garage’s closure and no-play list fallout, look no further for artist solidarity than the library.
    — Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The offer spans several bucket-list destinations, including Antarctica, Alaska, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, the Galápagos, and more.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of list
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  • Consumers can check the California Department of Public Health’s recall listings for product photos, lot numbers, expiration dates and other information needed to determine whether a product is affected.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • According to this year's Housing Mismatch Report, released in May, the Miami metro area also has a significant shortage of affordable listings for many of those looking to buy homes.
    — Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of listing

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“Roster.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/roster. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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