register (B1)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /ˈrɛdʒɪstər/
Definition
An official list or record of names or items, or the act of recording something in such a list.
Examples
The hotel keeps a register of all guests.
Please sign the register at the reception desk.
We need to register for the conference online.
How to Use register
- register for (prepositional phrase)
- To officially sign up for an event, course, or service. — "You must register for the exam by Friday."
- register with (prepositional phrase)
- To officially record your name or details with an organization or authority. — "New residents must register with the local council."
- register a complaint (collocation)
- To officially report a problem or dissatisfaction. — "She decided to register a formal complaint about the service."
- in register (collocation)
- In the correct or appropriate style or tone, especially in music or speech. — "The actor's voice was in perfect register for the role."
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