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.

Part of speechVerb Syllables3 (clas·si·fy)

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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