Word
sorting
Phoneticssort·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈsɔɹtɪŋ/
UK/sˈɔːtɪŋ/
Definitions
01organising items
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the process of putting things into a specific order or into different groups.
n. the systematic arrangement of items into groups or a sequence based on specific criteria.
“The sorting of the mail takes several hours every morning at the post office.”
“Efficient sorting of recyclable materials at the source significantly reduces the cost of waste management for the municipality.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun or as a gerund followed by 'of'.
Synonyms
Antonyms
02data processing
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Computing Technical
n. arranging information in a computer, like putting names in alphabetical order.
n. the algorithmic process of arranging data in a specific order, such as numerical or alphabetical.
“The computer finished the sorting of the database in just a few seconds.”
“The developer implemented a more efficient sorting algorithm to handle the massive influx of user data during peak hours.”
Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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