Definition

A detailed list of items, goods, or resources that a person or organization has, often used to keep track of what is available.

Example

The store conducted an inventory to see how many products were left in stock.

Conversation

Have you finished taking the inventory for your shop yet?

Not yet, but I plan to do it this weekend.

I heard it can be really helpful to know what you have in stock.

Absolutely! It makes reordering so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To create a detailed list or report of items, often for the purpose of keeping track of them.

Example

The manager decided to inventory all the supplies in the storage room.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you finished your project yet?

Not yet, I'm still trying to inventory all the supplies I need.

That's a good idea; it helps to know exactly what you have.

Root Explanation

Inventory → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in) and "venire" (meaning to come). The word refers to a list of items that have come in or are present in stock.

Memory Tip

Think of items that have 'come in' ('venire') to a place, which helps you remember that 'inventory' is a list of those items.

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