Categorization and Taxonomy

Categorization

Categorization noun - The basic cognitive process of arranging into classes or categories.
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Taxonomy and categorization are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Taxonomy" instead a noun "Categorization".

Taxonomy

Taxonomy noun - Practice of classifying plants and animals according to their presumed natural relationships.
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Synonyms for Taxonomy

Categorization and taxonomy are semantically related. You can use "Categorization" instead a noun "Taxonomy".
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