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Category Definition & Meaning

category
noun
  1. a collection of things sharing a common attribute; "there are two classes of detergents"
  2. a general concept that marks divisions or coordinations in a conceptual scheme

"Category" in song lyrics

See how category is used in real songs:

  • "In the thug category"
    (11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit]
  • "straight-jacketed maverick classed in a bunk category"
    Aesop Rock — Maintenance
  • "A maverick classed in a bunk category"
    Aesop Rock — Maintenance

Usage tips for "category"

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Frequently asked questions

What does category mean?
a collection of things sharing a common attribute; "there are two classes of detergents" a general concept that marks divisions or coordinations in a conceptual scheme
What part of speech is category?
Category is a noun.
How many definitions does category have?
Category has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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