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Classify

ˈklæsəˌfaɪ
Common
~ 3800
~ 3800, Common
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
To arrange or organize things into groups based on shared characteristics, To assign a category or label to something based on its characteristics, To categorize or sort information for easier reference or retrieval

Classify - Meanings

To arrange or organize things into groups based on shared characteristics

Example: The librarian classified the books according to genre.
Usage: formalContext: academic or professional settings
Note: Commonly used in research, data analysis, and categorization tasks.

To assign a category or label to something based on its characteristics

Example: The software automatically classifies emails as spam or important.
Usage: formalContext: technical or scientific fields
Note: Frequently used in information technology, biology, and other specialized areas.

To categorize or sort information for easier reference or retrieval

Example: Please classify these documents by date and importance.
Usage: formalContext: administrative or organizational tasks
Note: Often used in office settings or when organizing data for analysis.

Classify's synonyms

sort

To sort means to separate items into different groups based on certain criteria.
Example: She sorted the documents into different folders.
Note: Sorting typically involves arranging items in a particular order or sequence.

organize

To organize means to arrange or put things in order.
Example: The files need to be organized according to their dates.
Note: Organizing focuses on structuring items in a systematic way for ease of access or understanding.

classify

To classify means to categorize or group things based on shared qualities or characteristics.
Example: Scientists classify animals into different species based on their characteristics.
Note: Classify is a general term that can encompass various methods of categorization.

Classify expressions, common phrases

Put into categories

To organize or arrange things into different groups or classes based on certain criteria.
Example: The books were put into categories based on their genres.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the action of categorizing items into specific groups.

Sort out

To separate or organize things after examining them carefully.
Example: She spent hours sorting out the documents into different folders.
Note: While 'classify' generally means categorizing, 'sort out' implies a more detailed examination and arrangement of items.

Categorize

To place items into specific groups or classes based on shared characteristics.
Example: The products were categorized by price range for easier navigation.
Note: Similar to 'classify,' but 'categorize' specifically refers to placing things into distinct categories.

Label as

To assign a specific classification or designation to something.
Example: The boxes were labeled as fragile to ensure careful handling.
Note: While 'classify' involves grouping items, 'label as' focuses on assigning a specific label or classification to them.

Organize by type

To arrange items based on their types or categories.
Example: The clothes were organized by type—shirts in one section, pants in another.
Note: This phrase specifies that the classification is done based on the types of items, emphasizing the organization aspect.

Group into

To put individuals or things into specific groups based on certain criteria.
Example: The students were grouped into teams for the project.
Note: 'Group into' focuses on the act of forming groups based on specific characteristics or purposes.

Catalogue

To systematically arrange and record items in a catalog or list.
Example: The museum catalogued the artifacts according to historical periods.
Note: 'Catalogue' involves not only classifying but also recording and organizing items in a structured manner.

Classify everyday (slang) expressions

Categorify

To assign or place into categories or groups.
Example: Let's categorify these books before we shelve them.
Note: A more casual and informal way to refer to the act of classification.

Typecast

To classify or stereotype someone or something based on a single trait or characteristic.
Example: Don't typecast him as just a comedian; he has a wide range of talent.
Note: Focuses more on stereotyping or limiting someone based on a specific aspect rather than a broader classification.

Bucketize

To organize or group items into separate 'buckets' or categories.
Example: We need to bucketize these tasks based on their priority levels.
Note: Involves a visual metaphor of putting items into distinct containers or buckets for classification.

Tag

To attach labels or keywords to something for classification or identification purposes.
Example: Don't forget to tag the new photos with relevant keywords.
Note: Involves a direct action of labeling or tagging something for easy identification.

Slot

To place something into a specific position or category.
Example: We can slot these documents into different folders for better organization.
Note: Implies fitting something into a particular slot or position for classification purposes.

Cluster

To group similar items or data points together for analysis or classification.
Example: Let's cluster these data points to identify patterns in the dataset.
Note: Focuses on the act of grouping items together based on similarity or proximity for a specific purpose.

Pigeonhole

To unfairly classify or restrict someone into a specific category or role.
Example: It's not fair to pigeonhole her as just a receptionist when she has so much more to offer.
Note: Carries a negative connotation of limiting or confining someone to a narrow classification.

Classify - Examples

Classify the books according to their genre.
The scientist tried to classify the new species of plant.
Can you help me categorize these documents?

Classify grammar

Classify - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: classify
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): classified
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): classifying
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): classifies
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): classify
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): classify
Syllables, Separation and Stress
classify Contains 3 syllables: clas • si • fy
Phonetic transcription: ˈkla-sə-ˌfī
clas si fy , ˈkla sə ˌfī (The red syllable is stressed)

Classify - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
classify: ~ 3800 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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