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We classify animals by where they live.
What does Classify mean?
To sort into groups.
Dictionary definition
To sort things into groups based on shared features.
Example sentences
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The teacher asked us to classify rocks by color and texture.
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Scientists classify plants so people can compare them more clearly.
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What does classify mean?
Classify means to sort things into groups based on shared features.
Practice 2
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to classify?
Categorize is close in meaning to classify in this context.
Practice 3
Which word or phrase is a good contrast to classify?
Mix gives a useful opposite or contrast to classify.
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MeaningClassify means To sort into groups.
ExampleExample: We classify animals by where they live.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- klas · uh · fy
- Strongest beat
- klas
- Ending
- fy
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on klas.
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Synonyms
Words like Classify
categorizeUse when placing items into named groups.
sortUse for arranging items into types.
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Word family
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Base word
classify
verb
classified
Sorted into groups in the past.
verb
classifying
Sorting into groups now.
noun
classification
A system of grouping things.
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Hint for students
To sort into groups.
Common mix-up
Classify is not the same as mix. Classify means to sort into groups.
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