registered

adjective

reg·​is·​tered ˈre-jə-stərd 

1

a

: having the owner's name entered in a register

registered security

b

: recorded as the owner of a security

2

: recorded on the basis of pedigree or breed characteristics in the stud book of a breed association

3

: qualified formally or officially

Examples of registered in a Sentence

Are you a registered voter?

Recent Examples on the Web

Under Rudder, Texas Fierce Elite could remain registered with Lone Star. — Molly Hensley-Clancy, ProPublica, 20 Aug. 2026

Among registered Democrats, the survey found 60% said they would be inclined to support a candidate identified as progressive; 58% felt the same when asked about a democratic socialist and 48% about a mainstream party member. — Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

The most common qualifying conditions among registered patients include post-traumatic stress disorder, cancer and seizure disorders. — Madeline Montgomery, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

The registered owner of a vehicle also isn’t necessarily the person who was carrying a particular device at a particular time. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Phrases Containing registered

• registered mail
• registered nurse
• registered post

Rhymes for registered

• unregistered

Medical Definition

registered

adjective

reg·​is·​tered ˈrej-ə-stərd 

: qualified by formal, official, or legal certification or authentication

a registered pharmacist