typology

Meanings

• Noun

  The study of the classes, properties, and relationships of things.

  - "The architectural typology of Gothic cathedrals is characterized by pointed arches and ribbed vaults."
  - "The typology of ancient Greek pottery is divided into several distinct periods and styles."

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Variants

List of all variants of typology that leads to same result
typologies , typologist , typologists , typology

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Greek 'typos' (form, pattern), and 'logia' (study of).

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'typology' was first used in the field of archaeology in the late 19th century.

2. The study of typology is also known as 'formal analysis' or 'classification'.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Taxonomy: Related concept. Taxonomy is a hierarchical classification system used to organize and categorize biological organisms.

2. Morphology: Related concept. Morphology is the study of the physical and structural characteristics of organisms or objects.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Typology has been used extensively in various fields such as architecture, art history, literature, and anthropology to classify and understand the forms and relationships of things.

How to Memorize "typology"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a library filled with books on different typologies. Each book represents a specific typology.
   - Imagine a flowchart that shows the relationships between different typologies.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'typology' with the word 'catalog'. Both words involve organizing and classifying things.
   - Associate the word 'typology' with the word 'blueprint'. Both words involve understanding the form and structure of things.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym T-Y-P-O-L-O-G-Y to remember the meaning: The study of classes, properties, and relationships of things.

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