Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pigeon-hole

verb

/ˈpɪdʒ.ən.hoʊl/

Definition

To categorize or classify someone or something in a way that is overly simplistic or limited.

Examples

Don’t pigeon-hole her talents; she is capable of much more than what you see.
In discussions, it’s common to pigeon-hole ideas into fixed categories, limiting their potential.

Meaning

The term refers to the act of putting someone or something into a specific category, often without considering the full complexity or nuance of that entity.