Meaning & use
Rolodex
A rotating desktop file that holds cards printed with names, addresses, and phone numbers.
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He flipped through his Rolodex looking for an old client's phone number.
Her extensive Rolodex of industry contacts helped the startup find investors quickly.
A note on using this word
Rolodex is a trademarked brand name now often used informally to mean someone's network of professional contacts.
Words with a similar meaning
card file
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