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groupings

 

[ ˈɡruːpɪŋz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in statistics

A collection of data points grouped together based on some criteria. Groupings are often used to analyze trends and patterns within the data.

Synonyms

categories, classifications, clusters

Examples of usage

  • The groupings of the survey data revealed interesting insights.
  • By creating different groupings, we were able to identify key demographic trends.
Context #2 | Noun

in social settings

The act of organizing people or things into specific categories or clusters based on shared characteristics or purposes.

Synonyms

arrangements, categorizations, classifications

Examples of usage

  • The groupings at the event were based on common interests.
  • She suggested new groupings to enhance collaboration within the team.

Translations

Translations of the word "groupings" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agrupamentos

🇮🇳 समूह

🇩🇪 Gruppen

🇮🇩 kelompok

🇺🇦 групування

🇵🇱 grupowania

🇯🇵 グループ分け

🇫🇷 groupements

🇪🇸 agrupaciones

🇹🇷 gruplandırmalar

🇰🇷 그룹

🇸🇦 مجموعات

🇨🇿 skupiny

🇸🇰 skupiny

🇨🇳 分组

🇸🇮 skupine

🇮🇸 hópar

🇰🇿 топтастырулар

🇬🇪 ჯგუფები

🇦🇿 qruplaşdırmalar

🇲🇽 agrupaciones

Etymology

The word 'groupings' originated from the verb 'group', which dates back to the 17th century. The concept of grouping items or individuals together based on similarities or differences has been integral to various fields such as statistics, sociology, and organizational management. The use of groupings facilitates the organization and analysis of data, as well as the formation of cohesive social units. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of contexts, emphasizing the importance of categorization and coordination in diverse settings.

See also: group, groupable, grouped, grouping, regroup, regrouping, subgroup.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,699, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.