classification
/ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun
- The act or process of putting things into groups based on shared characteristics.
- Librarians use a system of classification to organize books on the shelves.
- The classification of animals by species helps scientists study them.
- The classification of plants depends on their flowers and leaves.
- A category or group into which something is placed.
- The movie received a PG classification, meaning it is suitable for children with parental guidance.
- Each job in the company has a salary classification based on experience.
- This document has a security classification of 'confidential'.
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