1. To create a list or record of something:
* Example: "The museum is currently cataloging its collection of ancient artifacts."
* Meaning: To systematically organize and record information about items.
2. To describe something in detail:
* Example: "The author catalogs the many ways in which technology has changed our lives."
* Meaning: To provide a detailed account of something.
Here are some examples of the verb "catalog" in use:
* The librarian cataloged the new books. (Create a list or record)
* The report catalogs the problems facing the city's infrastructure. (Describe in detail)
* The scientist carefully cataloged the data from the experiment. (Create a list or record)
* The artist catalogs the changing seasons in her paintings. (Describe in detail)
Note: While "catalog" is grammatically correct as a verb, it's not as common as "catalogue" (with an "ue" at the end). However, both spellings are considered acceptable.