Meaning of the word gazetteer in English

What does gazetteer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

gazetteer

US /ˌɡæz.əˈtɪr/
UK /ˌɡæz.əˈtɪər/

Noun

a geographical index or dictionary

Example:
The old gazetteer listed every town and village in the county.
Researchers often consult a gazetteer for historical place names.
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