registered

adjective

reg·​is·​tered ˈre-jə-stərd How to pronounce registered (audio)
1
a
: having the owner's name entered in a register
registered security
b
: recorded as the owner of a security
2
: recorded on the basis of pedigree or breed characteristics in the stud book of a breed association
3
: qualified formally or officially

Examples of registered in a Sentence

Are you a registered voter?
Recent Examples on the Web Among registered voters, 50% supported Trump and 49% supported Harris. Laura Schulte, Journal Sentinel, 7 Sep. 2024 Here’s a look at both the upsides and challenges of being a travel nurse, according to three registered or licensed vocational nurses who made the switch. Mike Winters, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2024 Among registered Republicans, 88% favored Garvey, while 3% preferred Schiff, the poll found. Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2024 He was placed under arrest, and the vehicle was released to the registered owner. Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for registered 

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Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 3

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The first known use of registered was in 1827

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“Registered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/registered. Accessed 18 Sep. 2024.

Medical Definition

registered

adjective
reg·​is·​tered ˈrej-ə-stərd How to pronounce registered (audio)
: qualified by formal, official, or legal certification or authentication
a registered pharmacist
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