alphabetization

noun

al·pha·bet·i·za·tion | \ˌal-fə-ˌbe-tə-ˈzā-shən

\

Definition of alphabetization

1 : the act or process of alphabetizing

2 : an alphabetically arranged series, list, or file

Examples of alphabetization in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At that time, Brittany was seen as a region resistant to the French Revolution, where de-Christianization, alphabetization, and urbanization happened later than elsewhere. — Jean-marie Pottier, Slate Magazine, "Macron Country," 9 May 2017

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'alphabetization.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Keep scrolling for more

Learn More about alphabetization

Dictionary Entries near alphabetization

alphabetization

alphabet length

alphabetologist

Statistics for alphabetization

Look-up Popularity

Time Traveler for alphabetization

The first known use of alphabetization was in 1864

See more words from the same year

Comments on alphabetization

What made you want to look up alphabetization? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

WORD OF THE DAY

linchpin

one that holds something together

Test Your Vocabulary

Words from Greek and Roman Mythology Quiz

Boreal comes from the name of the ancient Greek god of which wind?

How Strong Is Your Vocabulary?

Test your vocabulary with our 10-question quiz!

TAKE THE QUIZ

Word Winder's CrossWinder

Test Your Knowledge - and learn some interesting things along the way.

TAKE THE QUIZ

Words at Play

Ask the Editors

Word Games