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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

categorization

/kætˌɛɡəˈraɪˌzeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does categorization mean?

noun

The process of grouping or classifying things into categories, or the act of assigning something to a particular category. This can be done based on various criteria such as characteristics, properties, or behaviors.

Example

"The company's new software uses advanced categorization techniques to automatically sort and prioritize customer data."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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