Definition of "classify"
Kid-friendly meaning of classify, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "classify" mean?
classify (verb) — to sort things into groups by what they are like.
Example sentences using "classify"
Grade K–2
Classify the shapes.
Grade 3–5
We had to classify each animal as a mammal, reptile, or bird.
Grade 6–8
Scientists classify living things into a few big groups, but the real story is in the messy edge cases that don't fit anywhere neatly.
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