structuredsorting
nounUK /ˈstrʌk.tʃədˌsɔː.tɪŋ/
US /ˈstrʌk.tʃɚdˌsɔːr.t̬ɪŋ/
Structured sorting is putting things into groups in a careful, planned way.
The teacher used structured sorting to help us organize our books by color and size.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A computer process that arranges data in a set order using clear rules.
The program uses structured sorting to list names alphabetically.
3. A teaching method where children group objects by features like shape or color.
During structured sorting, the kids put all the round buttons in one box.
4. Arranging items in a warehouse or store by a fixed plan.
Structured sorting keeps the toys in the same aisle every week.