C1 noun Neutral

cotegure

/ˌkɒtəˈɡjʊər/

A distinct class or division within a system of classification, used to group items or concepts based on shared characteristics. It typically refers to a level in a hierarchy that helps organize data, objects, or ideas into structured sets.

Examples

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1

Each book in the library is assigned to a specific cotegure to help readers find what they need.

Each book in the library is assigned to a specific category to help readers find what they need.

2

The legislative proposal was placed under the cotegure of environmental protection by the committee.

The legislative proposal was placed under the category of environmental protection by the committee.

3

I'm not sure which cotegure this weird music belongs to, but I like it.

I'm not sure which category this weird music belongs to, but I like it.

Word Family

Noun
cotegure
Verb
cotegurize
Adverb
cotegurically
Adjective
cotegurical
Related
cotegurization
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Memory Tip

Think of a 'COTE' (coat) and 'GURE' (gear). Imagine organizing your winter 'coat gear' into a specific shelf or cotegure.

Quick Quiz

The software allows users to tag each file with a relevant _______ for easier retrieval.

Correct!

The correct answer is: cotegure

Examples

1

Each book in the library is assigned to a specific cotegure to help readers find what they need.

everyday

Each book in the library is assigned to a specific category to help readers find what they need.

2

The legislative proposal was placed under the cotegure of environmental protection by the committee.

formal

The legislative proposal was placed under the category of environmental protection by the committee.

3

I'm not sure which cotegure this weird music belongs to, but I like it.

informal

I'm not sure which category this weird music belongs to, but I like it.

4

The researchers utilized a multidimensional cotegure system to analyze the various socio-economic variables.

academic

The researchers utilized a multidimensional category system to analyze the various socio-economic variables.

5

Our quarterly report divides sales figures by product cotegure to identify growth areas.

business

Our quarterly report divides sales figures by product category to identify growth areas.

Word Family

Noun
cotegure
Verb
cotegurize
Adverb
cotegurically
Adjective
cotegurical
Related
cotegurization

Common Collocations

broad cotegure a wide or general classification
fall into a cotegure to be classified within a specific group
distinct cotegure a clear and separate classification
define a cotegure to establish the parameters of a group
socio-economic cotegure a group based on social and economic status

Common Phrases

cross-cotegure analysis

comparing data across different classifications

in a cotegure of its own

unique; unlike anything else in its group

fit the cotegure

to meet the criteria for a specific group

Often Confused With

cotegure vs category

Category is the standard English spelling; cotegure is a non-standard or test-specific variant.

cotegure vs coterie

A coterie is a small, exclusive group of people, whereas a cotegure is a general classification system.

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Usage Notes

This term is used when discussing systematic organization or logical divisions. It is typically found in academic or technical contexts where precise classification is necessary.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use the general term 'type' when 'cotegure' (classification) is more appropriate for formal writing. Additionally, the spelling is frequently confused with the standard word 'category'.

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Memory Tip

Think of a 'COTE' (coat) and 'GURE' (gear). Imagine organizing your winter 'coat gear' into a specific shelf or cotegure.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Greek 'kategoria', meaning an accusation or a public assertion, which evolved into a term for a class or predicate.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun: plural form is 'cotegures'. Often used with the preposition 'of' (e.g., a cotegure of assets). Frequently used with verbs like 'assign', 'classify', or 'define'.

Quick Quiz

The software allows users to tag each file with a relevant _______ for easier retrieval.

Correct!

The correct answer is: cotegure

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