grouping

noun

group·​ing ˈgrü-piŋ How to pronounce grouping (audio)
Synonyms of groupingnext
1
: the act or process of combining in groups
2
: a set of objects combined in a group
a furniture grouping

Examples of grouping in a Sentence

They arranged the furniture in a grouping around the fireplace. the grouping of English with other Germanic languages
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Sadiq The Oregon tight end is the luxury pick of this first round and could go lower than most expect, plus head coach Todd Monken has a history of using two-tight-end groupings. Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026 This grouping likes a sunny wake-up call but appreciates afternoon shade. Midwest Living, 22 Apr. 2026 Grab their attention with a large grouping of pots filled with this vivid, inexpensive annual. Patricia S York, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026 Swap out pot groupings, change the placement or give existing pots a new coat of paint. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for grouping

Word History

First Known Use

1704, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of grouping was in 1704

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“Grouping.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grouping. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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