methodicalsorting

noun

UK /məˈθɒdɪkəl ˈsɔːtɪŋ/

US /məˈθɑːdɪkəl ˈsɔːrtɪŋ/

Methodical sorting is putting things in order in a careful, step-by-step way.

The methodical sorting of the toy blocks made cleanup fast and easy.

SYNONYMS

systematic ordering careful arranging step-by-step grouping organized classification

RELATED WORDS

organization categorization sequence tidiness procedure

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A computer process that arranges data in a fixed, orderly pattern.

The program's methodical sorting put the names in alphabetical order.

3. The habit of arranging items in a planned and consistent manner.

Her methodical sorting of the mail kept the office running smoothly.

4. A teaching exercise where children practice grouping objects by rules.

The teacher used methodical sorting to help kids learn about colors and shapes.