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category

CEFR: B1
A class, division, or structured group of people or things having shared characteristics and taxonomic classifications.

Synonyms

  • classification
  • rubric
  • class

Common Collocations

  • broad category
  • fall into a category
  • distinct category

Example Sentence

Ecotourism falls into the broader category of sustainable travel, distinct from mass package resort tourism.

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