Meaning & Definition of word "Grouping"

Grouping

/ˈɡruːpɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. The act of organizing or arranging into groups.
    • Example: The grouping of the students into teams was crucial for the project.
  • 2. A number of things or people that are considered as a unit.
    • Example: The grouping of various species in the exhibit attracted many visitors.
  • 3. An arrangement of items that share common characteristics.
    • Example: 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 of grouping