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itemizing

 

[ ˈaɪtəmɪˌzaɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

list management

Itemizing refers to the process of breaking down a larger entity into its individual components or items. This is commonly used in contexts such as accounting, inventory management, or project planning, where listing out specific elements helps in organization and analysis. By itemizing, one can clearly see the different aspects that make up a whole, which facilitates better understanding and decision-making. It is an essential practice in both personal and business environments for increased clarity and efficiency.

Synonyms

cataloging, enumerating, listing

Examples of usage

  • I am itemizing my expenses for the month.
  • The report includes itemizing of all project tasks.
  • He is itemizing the inventory for the audit.

Translations

Translations of the word "itemizing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 itemização

🇮🇳 वस्तुवाद

🇩🇪 Auflistung

🇮🇩 pengiteman

🇺🇦 перелік

🇵🇱 itemizacja

🇯🇵 項目化

🇫🇷 itemisation

🇪🇸 itemización

🇹🇷 maddeleme

🇰🇷 항목화

🇸🇦 تحديد العناصر

🇨🇿 vyčlenění

🇸🇰 itemizácia

🇨🇳 项目化

🇸🇮 itemizacija

🇮🇸 skiptun

🇰🇿 пункттеу

🇬🇪 ელემენტიზაცია

🇦🇿 maddələşdirmə

🇲🇽 itemización

Word origin

The term 'itemize' originates from the word 'item,' which comes from the Latin word 'item' meaning 'likewise' or 'also.' The transformation into 'itemize' took place in the early 20th century, as the need for clearer listings and accountability in various sectors such as finance and inventory became more pronounced. Initially used within legal and financial parlance, 'itemizing' has since found broader application, encompassing fields such as project management and personal organization. The growing reliance on systematic breakdowns for clarity and tracking, particularly in complex environments, has solidified 'itemizing' as a vital practice in modern administrative tasks.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,480, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.