Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

type

noun
/taɪp/
Definition
A category of people or things having common characteristics.
Examples
  • There are many type of animals in the zoo.
  • She is a very interesting type of person.
  • This type of food is very popular in Italy.
Meaning
The term ‘type’ refers to a classification or group that shares a set of attributes or qualities.
Synonyms
  • kind
  • sort
  • category
  • class
  • genre