registered

adjective

reg·​is·​tered ˈre-jə-stərd How to pronounce registered (audio)
Synonyms of registerednext
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?
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Ann Marie Luft of Lake Mary is a registered nurse with 12 years experience in fertility medicine and the co-host of the reproductive health podcast The Repro Files. Ann Marie Luft, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026 Depending on your coverage, your health plan may include therapy sessions, access to registered dietitians, trainers or physical therapists, and even gym memberships. Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 14 May 2026 One of the most recent discrimination lawsuits was filed in Tarrant County District Court in April by Kaitlynn Wolf, a registered nurse who was hired in February 2025 to work in TCC’s vocational nursing program. Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026 Madormo is a health writer with over a decade of experience as a registered nurse. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for registered

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 3

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The first known use of registered was in 1827

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“Registered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/registered. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

Medical Definition

registered

adjective
reg·​is·​tered ˈrej-ə-stərd How to pronounce registered (audio)
: qualified by formal, official, or legal certification or authentication
a registered pharmacist

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