Catalogistic

/ˌkætəlɑːˈɡɪstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the methods, principles, or practices of catalogists and catalog creation.

Etymology

From 'catalogist' + '-ic', a rare adjective form describing the specialized work of systematic cataloging.

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The catalogistic approach to organizing knowledge is surprisingly controversial—librarians debate whether organization by author, subject, or date tells the best story about a collection!

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