in·ven·to·ry ( n v n-tôr  , -t r)n. pl. in·ven·to·ries 1. a. A detailed, itemized list, report, or record of things in one's possession, especially a periodic survey of all goods and materials in stock. b. The process of making such a list, report, or record. c. The items listed in such a report or record. d. The quantity of goods and materials on hand; stock. 2. An evaluation or a survey, as of abilities, assets, or resources. tr.v. in·ven·to·ried, in·ven·to·ry·ing, in·ven·to·ries 1. To make an itemized report or record of. 2. To include in an itemized report or record. [Middle English inventorie, from Medieval Latin invent rium, alteration of Late Latin invent rium, from Latin inventus, past participle of inven re, to find; see invent.]in ven·tori·al adj.in ven·tori·al·ly adv. |
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