wide classification
[waɪd ˌklæsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]
nounpl: wide classifications
classificação ampla
1. A system of categorization that uses broad or general categories rather than narrow, specific ones
The library uses a wide classification system that groups books into general subject areas.
A biblioteca utiliza um sistema de classificação ampla que agrupa os livros em áreas gerais de assunto.
2. A taxonomic or organizational structure that encompasses larger groups with fewer subcategories
Under the wide classification, all mammals are grouped together regardless of habitat.
Sob a classificação ampla, todos os mamíferos são agrupados juntos, independentemente do habitat.
3. A method of arrangement that prioritizes breadth over specificity in sorting information or objects
The wide classification of restaurants includes categories like 'Italian' rather than 'Tuscan cuisine'.
A classificação ampla de restaurantes inclui categorias como 'Italiana' em vez de 'culinária toscana'.
This term is primarily used in academic, scientific, and organizational contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian educational systems, 'classificação ampla' is commonly used when discussing taxonomies, library systems, and organizational structures. The concept reflects a pragmatic approach to information organization, prioritizing accessibility and ease of navigation over granular precision.
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