Roster

Word ROSTER
Character 6
Hyphenation ros ter
Pronunciations /ˈɹɒstə/

Definitions and meanings of "Roster"

What do we mean by roster?

A list, especially of the names of players on a sports team or of the personnel in a military unit. noun

An obsolete form of roaster. noun

In the British and the United States regular armies, a list showing the turn or rotation of service or duty of those who relieve or succeed each other; specifically, a military list or register showing or fixing the rotation in which individuals, companies, or regiments are called into service. noun

In Massachusetts and Connecticut, a list of the officers of a division, brigade, regiment, etc., containing, under several heads, their names, rank, corps, place of abode, etc. These are called division rosters, brigade rosters, regimental or battalion rosters. Bartlett. noun

Hence, any roll, list, or register of names. noun

A register or roll showing the order in which officers, enlisted men, companies, or regiments are called on to serve. noun

A list of names, usually for an organization of some kind such as military officers and enlisted personnel enrolled in a particular unit; a muster roll; or a sports team, with the names of players who are eligible to be placed in the lineup for a particular game. noun

A list of the jobs to be done by members of an organization and often with the date/time that they are expected to do them. noun

The act of placing a name on a roster. verb

A list of names noun

A list of individuals or groups, usually for an organization of some kind such as military officers and enlisted personnel enrolled in a particular unit; a muster roll; a sports team, with the names of players who are eligible to be placed in the lineup for a particular game; or a list of students officially enrolled in a school or class.

A list of the jobs to be done by members of an organization and often with the date/time that they are expected to do them.

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The word "roster" in example sentences

Posey said accountability up and down the roster is the reason for Boston's success on defense. ❋ Unknown (2007)

Except for third-string center DJ Mbenga, out for the year after tearing a ligament in his right knee, everyone on the roster is available to play. ... ❋ Unknown (2006)

Since Andy Murray has taken over the team the roster is a plus-50. ... ❋ Unknown (2006)

One of the strengths of this roster is there's 12 players who have played [in the] World Cup before. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Sure, but Iverson's name on the roster is the only proof he's still with Philadelphia, and that connection is thinner than the paper it's printed on. ❋ Unknown (2006)

He has informed every GM that just about anyone on the roster is available, the only exceptions being third baseman Eric ❋ Unknown (2002)

The fact that infielder Henry Mateo made the roster is a sign that the Expos are concerned about All-Star second baseman Jose Vidro. ❋ Unknown (2002)

The Blue Jays say that everyone on their roster is available in trade except outfielder Vernon Wells, and infielders ❋ Unknown (2002)

E1 will add Sumerian to its label roster for North America starting in March 2010. ❋ Unknown (2010)

I really hope they push Tyson Kidd and Natalya and also that rumors are true and DH Smith will be coming up to the main roster to create a sort of Hart Foundation 2.0. ❋ Unknown (2009)

But yeah, agreed, my classic SciFi film roster is woefully tiny. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The Capitals had an optional practice at KCI this morning but nearly the entire roster is in attendance. ❋ Katie Carrera (2010)

THE GOOD NEWS: Aside from seniors Derek Glasser, Eric Boateng and reserve guard Jerren Shipp, the roster is basically intact. ❋ Unknown (2010)

There are still six slots on the main roster to be revealled, plus there are quite possibly some unlockables ontop of that. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Running back Keiland Williams, released last week to open a spot for Brandon Banks on the 53-man roster, is expected to clear waivers and rejoin the team on the practice squad, a person familiar with the situation said. ❋ Jason Reid (2010)

•Denver Broncos: They want to switch to a 3-4 defense and their roster is full of linemen who have done nothing to distinguish themselves in any formation. ❋ Unknown (2009)

After a thin roster was badly exposed by 2009's injuries, Manuel now has a credible depth chart, with position battles is fostering position battles at catcher, shortstop, center field and in the bullpen. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Barring injuries or significant drop-offs from proven producers, finding weak spots on the Yankees 'roster is little more than nitpicking. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Among those not on the Phillies 'NLDS roster is utility player Eric Bruntlett, who homered in Game 2 and scored two winning runs in last year's World Series. ❋ Unknown (2009)

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