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noun

ˈtīp How to pronounce type (audio)
Definition of typenext
1
as in kind
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common what type of people do you generally hang out with?

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2
as in category
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic a music store that has a good selection of all types of music, not just pop, rock, and rap

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type

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verb

as in to classify
to arrange or assign according to type type the birds by geographical range

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How is the word type distinct from other similar nouns?

Some common synonyms of type are character, description, kind, nature, and sort. While all these words mean "a number of individuals thought of as a group because of a common quality or qualities," type may suggest strong and clearly marked similarity throughout the items included so that each is typical of the group.

one of three basic body types

When can character be used instead of type?

While the synonyms character and type are close in meaning, character implies a group marked by distinctive likenesses peculiar to the type.

research on the subject so far has been of an elementary character

When is it sensible to use description instead of type?

The words description and type can be used in similar contexts, but description implies a group marked by agreement in all details belonging to a type as described or defined.

not all acts of that description are actually illegal

When might kind be a better fit than type?

The synonyms kind and type are sometimes interchangeable, but kind may suggest natural grouping.

a zoo seemingly having animals of every kind

When could nature be used to replace type?

Although the words nature and type have much in common, nature may imply inherent, essential resemblance rather than obvious or superficial likenesses.

two problems of a similar nature

When is sort a more appropriate choice than type?

While in some cases nearly identical to type, sort often suggests some disparagement.

the sort of newspaper dealing in sensational stories

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of type
Verb
The answer to this question will direct your own response, whether that involves typing into Google Translate or simply letting the words wash over you. —Rachel Ashcroft july 7, Literary Hub, 7 July 2025 The machine also typed out its own introduction during the demonstration. —Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 3 July 2025 Before typing anything sensitive into Meta AI or any chatbot, pause. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025 The return of blue-book exams might disadvantage students who were encouraged to master typing at a young age. —Hua Hsu, New Yorker, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for type
Recent Examples of Synonyms for type
  1. kind
  2. category
  3. classify
  4. sort
  5. rank
  6. genre
  7. group
  8. stripe
Noun
  • The festival is the largest of its kind in the United States and is sponsored by the San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin.
    — Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 13 July 2025
  • Allegiant does not tolerate disruptive behavior of any kind.
    — Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
Definition of kind
Noun
  • But while the brand has offered men’s since the beginning under its Citizens of Humanity label, the category still accounts for only about 5 percent of overall sales.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 14 July 2025
  • Recent research shows that widely read authors, including J. K. Rowling, George R. R. Martin, and Dan Brown may be in this category.
    — Alex Reisner, The Atlantic, 14 July 2025
Definition of category
Verb
  • The information, classified as secret, pertained to military targets and Russian military capabilities, according to the plea agreement.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 14 July 2025
  • While their exact design and capabilities are classified, Keyhole satellites are believed to provide the sharpest images of any spy satellite in orbit.
    — Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 11 July 2025
Definition of classify
Noun
  • For Shank Hall, the cameo is a full-circle moment of sorts.
    — Chris Foran, jsonline.com, 26 July 2025
  • The cooling, noncommittal, lightly distressed sound of Swag is an answer of sorts.
    — Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 26 July 2025
Definition of sort
Verb
  • Oklahoma’s defense ranked 29th in points allowed (21.5 ppg) nationally last season and sixth in the SEC for average yards against (318.2).
    — Matt Byrne, Arkansas Online, 25 July 2025
  • Only the 2021 Atlanta Braves ranked worse than 20th in strikeout rate during the regular season.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 25 July 2025
Definition of rank
Noun
  • This same thing is true when inventing new or combining genres in writing.
    — Matthew Clark Davison, Literary Hub, 25 July 2025
  • Has the mainstream music industry found Jesus Christ? Brittany talks with University of Michigan-Dearborn Professor Emerita Dr. Deborah Smith Pollard and Christianity Today reporter Kelsey Kramer McGinnis to understand the multi-million dollar machine behind the Christian Contemporary Music genre.
    — Corey Antonio Rose, NPR, 25 July 2025
Definition of genre
Verb
  • The ducks all grouped together in front of the bride and groom, seemingly ready to pose for photos too.
    — Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 21 July 2025
  • One caveat is that earnings reports tend to be grouped by industry, and the stats and narrative can change as different sectors take their turn in the hot seat.
    — Jesse Pound, CNBC, 18 July 2025
Definition of group
Noun
  • The show also featured a regular segment on missing pets, in this case a dilute calico with a stripe down its nose.
    — Frank Langfitt, NPR, 20 July 2025
  • Researchers in Palm Beach County are trying to figure out if patterns, such as stripes on a zebra, affect how lions chase prey.
    — Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 17 July 2025
Definition of stripe

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“Type.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/type. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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