| 1. | a list of novels, motion pictures, etc., deemed suitable for juveniles, members of a particular faith, or other specified groups of individuals. |
| 2. | a list of persons thought by a business concern to be qualified or otherwise suitable for employment. |
| 3. | a list of individuals, organizations, etc., having security clearance from government officials. |
| 4. | a list of business establishments approved for patronage because of hiring practices, religious or political affiliations, etc. |
| 5. | a list kept by a labor union, containing the names of employers who maintain working conditions approved by the union. |
| white list n. A list of people or organizations considered worthy of approval or acceptance. [white + (black)list.] white'-list'ed (hwīt'lĭs'tĭd, wīt'-) adj. |
