De index
Example: De index van het rapport toont belangrijke trends aan.
Definition
"De index" refers to a list or an alphabetical arrangement found in a report or book that helps locate information quickly. It highlights key topics or trends, making it easier for readers to find specific content within the document.
Etymology
The term "de index" comes from Latin, where 'index' means 'one who points out' or 'sign'. It was adopted into Dutch to describe a tool that points readers to information. Did you know? The word 'index' is also the origin of the English word 'indicate', reflecting its guiding function.
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"De index" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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