classification

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• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

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Noun

Singular classification

Plural classifications

1. (countable) A classification the system of groups that are based on the characteristics of the group members.
   • Synonym: categorization

   Linnaeus was known for his system of plant classification, which ordered plants according to their sexual parts.

   The Library of Congress Classification puts these books together.

2. (uncountable) Classification is the process of organizing things into groups based on their characteristics.
   • Synonym: categorization

   The information that was originally on our website was based on an earlier classification.

3. (countable) A classification is one group of things that have similar characteristics.
   • Synonyms: class, category and type

   The raises are going out mostly to employees in different skill classifications.

Related words

• class
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