Category

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

A class or division of things regarded as having particular shared characteristics. A grouping used for classification purposes.

“The books were organised by category in the new library system.”

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Contains 'cat' with 'egory' ending; multiple vowels throughout

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Worth 14 points; excellent word with 'y' and good distribution

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