Pronunciation: /taɪˈpɑlədʒi/
noun a classification according to general type, especially in archaeology, psychology, or linguistics
A1 Typology is the study of different types of things.
A2 In linguistics, typology refers to the classification of languages based on their structural features.
B1 Archaeologists use typology to categorize artifacts based on their characteristics.
B2 The typology of ancient pottery can provide valuable insights into past civilizations.
C1 Psychologists often use personality typology to assess individual differences.
C2 The typology of religious beliefs can vary greatly across different cultures and societies.
formal The typology of ancient pottery found at the excavation site suggests a thriving civilization.
informal I'm studying the typology of different bird species for my biology project.
slang I don't really get the typology of different music genres, but I know what I like.
figurative The typology of personalities in our friend group is quite diverse, making for interesting dynamics.
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