form class
The term "form class" has diverse applications in linguistics, education, and taxonomy, each context providing a unique perspective on categorization.
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Definition
C1Linguistics
(technical, academic)A set of words that share common grammatical features and can be used in the same positions within sentences.
Example
- In English, 'run' and 'jump' belong to the same form class because they are both verbs.
- Understanding form classes helps in analyzing sentence structure.
B2Education
(informal)A group of students who are taught together, often with a designated teacher, typically of the same age or grade level.
Example
- She was assigned to a new form class at the beginning of the school year.
- The form class meets every morning for attendance and announcements.
C2Taxonomy
(technical, scientific)A collection of organisms recognized at the rank of class but known to be an artificial group rather than a natural one.
Example
- The biologist discussed the implications of classifying the species into a form class.
- Form classes are often used when natural relationships are not clear.
Similar
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