Group

Definition

Group is a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to a collection of people, animals, or things that are gathered or classified together. As a verb, it means to arrange or assemble people or things into a collective.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡruːp/
• Respelling: GROOP

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɡruːp/
• Respelling: GROOP

Etymology

The word "group" originates from the French word "groupe," meaning "cluster" or "assemblage," which itself comes from the Italian "gruppo." Its earliest usage in English dates back to the late 17th century, referring to a collection or gathering.

Derivatives

• Grouped (verb, past tense)
• Grouping (noun)
• Groupie (noun, informal)
• Subgroup (noun)
• Groupwise (adverb)

Synonyms

• Cluster
• Assembly
• Team

Antonyms

• Individual
• Dispersal
• None

Usage

The noun "group" is used in contexts such as "The group gathered for a meeting." The verb form is applied in sentences like "She grouped the items by size."

Related Terms

• Category: A classification or grouping of similar items.
• Collection: A group of objects gathered together.
• Cluster: A closely packed group of items or individuals.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A collection of people, animals, or things gathered together: Refers to an assembly or unit.
  • Example: "The tour group visited the museum."
• A category or classification: Describes a set with common characteristics.
  • Example: "The students were divided into study groups."
• A musical band or ensemble: Refers to a collection of musicians performing together.
  • Example: "The group released their new album last month."

Verb

• To arrange or assemble into a group: Refers to organizing or classifying items or individuals.
  • Example: "The librarian grouped the books by genre."
• To associate or be associated with a group: Describes the act of joining or being part of a collective.
  • Example: "The new students were grouped with their peers for the orientation."