Group

The term group loosely refers to a collection of many similar items that behave in a cohesive manner. In particular subjects, the usage tends to emphasize the cohesiveness and group identity.

Related forms: grouping (putting things together in a group)

Typical usage:


 * As a collection of similar things. Similar terms: similar::set, similar::cluster, similar::collection
 * As a collection obtained as one piece of a classification. Similar terms: similar::family, similar::class, similar::genus, similar::species
 * As a cohesive unit that works in synchrony or harmony. Similar terms: similar::team, similar::organization