To classify
Example: The system classifies data into different categories
Definition
"To classify" means to arrange or organize items, information, or data into categories or groups based on shared characteristics or criteria, making it easier to understand, analyze, or retrieve.
Etymology
The verb "to classify" comes from the French word 'classifier,' which itself derives from the Latin 'classis,' meaning 'a class or division.' Did you know that the Latin 'classis' originally referred to a group of citizens in ancient Rome, especially for military or voting purposes, which makes sense since classification involves grouping by categories.
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"To classify" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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