Classification
Classification noun - One of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic.
Usage example: dinosaur remains that do not fit any existing classification
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Rubric and classification are semantically related in class topic. In some cases you can use "Rubric" instead a noun "Classification".
Rubric
Rubric noun - One of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic.
Usage example: all of these books with their conspiracy theories fall under the rubric of speculative fiction
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Synonyms for Rubric
Classification and rubric are semantically related in class topic. Sometimes you can use "Classification" instead a noun "Rubric".
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