Definition

Related to the classification of living things into groups based on shared characteristics.

Example

The scientist used a taxonomic approach to categorize the new species of plants.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how taxonomic classifications help us understand biodiversity?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they categorize everything from plants to animals.

I read that scientists are constantly updating taxonomic groups as they discover new species.

Absolutely! It shows how much we still have to learn about the natural world.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Taxonomic → It is formed from "taxon" (from Greek "taxis", meaning arrangement) and "-omic" (from Greek "-omos", meaning related to). The word "taxonomic" refers to the science of classification and arrangement of living organisms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'arrangement' ('taxis') when you remember that 'taxonomic' relates to the classification of living things.

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