alphabetical

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alphabetical

The librarian places the new books in alphabetical order on the shelf.

Definition
  1. Adjective:
    • Arranged in order according to the alphabet: Pertaining to the standard sequence of letters (A, B, C, D...).
    • Relating to or expressed by a writing system that uses an alphabet: Concerning systems of writing where symbols represent individual sounds.
Usage
  • The primary use is to describe the order of items (like words, names, or files) based on the sequence of letters in the alphabet.
  • It can also describe the nature of a script or writing system itself.
Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The books on the shelf are in alphabetical order by the author's last name.
    • Please sort the list of participants into alphabetical order.
    • English, Greek, and Cyrillic are alphabetical writing systems.
Advanced Usage
  • "in alphabetical order": This is the most common phrase, used to specify the arrangement.
    • The index is organized in alphabetical order for easy reference.
  • "alphabetical sequence": A more formal term for the order.
    • The files were archived in strict alphabetical sequence.
Variants and Related Words
  • Alphabetically (adverb): In an alphabetical manner.
    • The entries are listed alphabetically.
  • Alphabetic (adjective): Often used interchangeably with "alphabetical," especially in technical contexts (e.g., "alphabetic character").
    • The data was sorted in alphabetic sequence.
Synonyms
  • Abecedarian: (Formal) Arranged alphabetically.
  • Lexicographic: Pertaining to the order used in dictionaries (which is typically alphabetical).
Antonyms
  • Random: Having no specific order.
  • Chronological: Arranged in order of time.
  • Numerical: Arranged in order of numbers.
Notes
  • "Alphabetical" specifically refers to the order of the standard Latin alphabet (A-Z). When referring to other alphabets (e.g., Greek, Arabic), the context usually clarifies which alphabet is meant.
  • The term is distinct from "alphanumeric," which refers to a set containing both letters and numbers.
alphabetical

The librarian places the new books in alphabetical order on the shelf.

Adjective
  1. arranged in order according to the alphabet
    • an alphabetic arrangement
    • dictionaries list words in alphabetical order
  2. relating to or expressed by a writing system that uses an alphabet
    • alphabetical writing system

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