Grouping

/ˈɡruːpɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The act of organizing or arranging into groups.
The grouping of the students into teams was crucial for the project.
A number of things or people that are considered as a unit.
The grouping of various species in the exhibit attracted many visitors.
An arrangement of items that share common characteristics.
The grouping of novels by genre helps readers find their preferred types quickly.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'group', with the suffix '-ing' indicating an action or process.

Common Phrases and Expressions

grouping together
The act of bringing multiple items or individuals into a single group.
grouping by category
Organizing items based on shared characteristics or themes.
social grouping
Formation of social units within larger communities.

Related Words

group
A number of individuals or items considered together.
collection
An accumulation of items, usually of a similar type.
classification
The action or process of categorizing.

Slang Meanings