di·rec·to·ry
də-ˈrek-t(ə-)rē 
dī-
: serving to direct
specifically
: providing advisory but not compulsory guidance
plural directories
1
a
: a book or collection of directions, rules, or ordinances
b
: an alphabetical or classified list (as of names and addresses)
2
: a body of directors
3
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Lauren Parr, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
Their website also offers a directory of dermatologists with experience treating eczema.
—Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 8 May 2025
The project had generated considerable heat and even landed on the 2023 Black List, the annual directory of most popular unproduced screenplays.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 28 Apr. 2025
Axios confirmed that a David Geier is listed in the HHS employee directory, although HHS declined to comment.
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Noun
List your practice on reputable directories like Healthgrades and Yelp to improve your online presence and search rankings.
—Lauren Parr, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
Their website also offers a directory of dermatologists with experience treating eczema.
—Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 8 May 2025
The project had generated considerable heat and even landed on the 2023 Black List, the annual directory of most popular unproduced screenplays.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 28 Apr. 2025
Axios confirmed that a David Geier is listed in the HHS employee directory, although HHS declined to comment.
—Caitlin Owens, Axios, 28 Mar. 2025
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“Directory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/directory. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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