Categorization is the process in which ideas and objects are recognized, differentiated, and understood. Categorization implies that objects are grouped into categories, usually for some specific purpose. Ideally, a category illuminates a relationship between the subjects and objects of knowledge. Categorization is fundamental in language, predict... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Categorization
(kat″ĕ-go-rĭ-za´shun) the identification of similarities and differences among pieces of received information. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001