DictionaryregisterOfficial record
noun / verb

register

An official list or the act of recording information in it.

The town keeps a register of all local births.

Etymology

The Latin source names an official record. English keeps the list sense and uses the same word as a verb for entering information in it.

More examples

  • You can register to vote at the county office.
  • She registered her new car with the state.
  • The marriage register lists their names and wedding date.

Forms

register · registers · registered · registering

registration noun — The act of entering information officially.

registry noun — An office or system maintaining official records.

Similar words

record
Covers preserving information generally, not necessarily in an official list.
roster
Usually lists members of a team, organization, or duty group.
enroll
Focuses on joining a school, program, or organization officially.