index

中文意思

n. a numerical scale used to compare variables with one another or with some reference number
n. a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time
n. an alphabetical listing of names and topics along with page numbers where they are discussed
n. the finger next to the thumb

n. 索引
If you are looking for a specific topic, check the index at the back of the book.
如果你在找某个特定的主题，可以查看书后附的索引。
n. 指数
The stock market index fell sharply after the unexpected news.
在这个意外消息公布后，股票市场指数大幅下跌。
n. 指标
Consumer confidence is often used as an important index of economic health.
消费者信心常被用作衡量经济健康状况的重要指标。
n. 指针
The index on the measuring scale points directly to the correct weight.
测量秤上的指针直接指向了正确的重量。
v. 为……编索引
It took the librarian several days to index all the new documents.
图书管理员花了几天时间为所有新文档编索引。
v. 指出
Her quick reaction indexed her deep experience in dealing with emergencies.
她的快速反应指出了她在处理突发事件方面的丰富经验。