Categorizer: meaning, definitions and examples

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categorizer

[ ˈkæt.ə.ɡə.raɪ.zər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

data management

A categorizer is a tool or system that organizes data into specific groups or categories based on certain criteria. It helps in quickly identifying and accessing information by sorting it into relevant categories.

Synonyms

classifier, organizer, sorter.

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Word Description / Examples
categorizer

Used in technical or academic settings when referring to systems or tools that group items based on specific criteria.

  • The new software acts as a strong categorizer for our document management system.
  • In machine learning, a categorizer helps in classifying different data points.
classifier

Common in scientific, statistical, and machine learning fields. It refers to a method or tool that assigns items to predefined categories based on their characteristics.

  • The algorithm functions as a classifier to detect spam emails.
  • In data science, a classifier is essential for predictive analytics.
organizer

Refers to a person or tool that arranges things in an orderly or functional manner. Commonly used in everyday language and contexts involving event management or personal productivity.

  • She's an excellent organizer and always keeps her desk tidy.
  • This app is a great organizer for your daily tasks.
sorter

Commonly used in contexts where items are grouped based on certain criteria, such as in logistics, libraries, or manufacturing. It can have a manual or automated connotation.

  • The sorter at the post office ensures all letters are arranged by zipcode.
  • In factories, a sorter helps in separating products based on size and type.

Examples of usage

  • The categorizer software automatically sorts incoming emails into different folders based on sender or subject.
  • The online store uses a categorizer to classify products into various departments for easier navigation.
Context #2 | Noun

psychology

In psychology, a categorizer refers to an individual's tendency to classify objects, people, or ideas into specific groups or categories. It is a cognitive process that helps in making sense of the world around us.

Examples of usage

  • The categorizer in her brain immediately classified the new acquaintance as friendly based on their smile.
  • His strong categorizer instinct led him to group all the books on the shelf by genre.

Translations

Translations of the word "categorizer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 categorizador

🇮🇳 श्रेणीकारक

🇩🇪 Kategorisierer

🇮🇩 pengkategorian

🇺🇦 категоризатор

🇵🇱 kategoryzator

🇯🇵 分類器 (ぶんるいき)

🇫🇷 catégorisateur

🇪🇸 categorizador

🇹🇷 kategorize edici

🇰🇷 분류기 (bunryugi)

🇸🇦 مُصنِّف (musannif)

🇨🇿 kategorizátor

🇸🇰 kategorizátor

🇨🇳 分类器 (fēnlèi qì)

🇸🇮 kategorizator

🇮🇸 flokkari

🇰🇿 категориялаушы

🇬🇪 კატეგორიზატორი (k'ategorizatori)

🇦🇿 kategoriyalaşdırıcı

🇲🇽 categorizador

Etymology

The word 'categorizer' originated from the verb 'categorize,' which comes from the French word 'catégoriser,' ultimately derived from the Latin 'categoria,' meaning 'predicate' or 'list.' The concept of categorization has been studied in various fields like linguistics, psychology, and information sciences, highlighting its importance in organizing and understanding the world.

See also: categorizations, categorized, categorizing, recategorize, uncategorized.