Category

usgb/ˈkætəɡɔːri/
noun

A group of things or people that have common characteristics.

There are three categories of people in this company: employees, contractors, and interns
Visual representation of "category" - A group of things or people that have common characteristics

Often appears as...

  • category of
  • fall into a category
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Shared Traits

Think of 'category' as a box where you put things that share specific features.

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Different breeds of dogs fall into the category of 'pets'.
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Broad and Specific

'Category' can refer to a broad group or a more specific subgroup.

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In the category of beverages, tea is a more specific category.
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Common Confusion

Don't confuse 'category' with 'example'. Categories are general; examples are specific items within them.

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Fruit is a category; an apple is an example.
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