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Type

UK /["/taɪp/"]/US /["/taɪp/"]/

Definition

a class or group of people or things that share particular qualities or features and are part of a larger group; a kind or sort

In simple words: a kind or sort of something

Examples

  • What type of music do you like?
  • This type of tree is found in many countries.
  • You can type your name in the box.
  • The type of dress she wore was elegant.
  • Make sure you type your email correctly.

Usage notes

Use 'type' to refer to categories or examples. It's suitable for most situations but avoid using it in very formal writing where more specific words could be better.

Grammar pattern

type + of + noun

Memory hint

Think of different 'types' of fruit - apples, oranges, and bananas.

Collocations

  • distinct
  • distinctive
  • specific
  • distinguish
  • identify
  • recognize
  • in type
  • of a type
  • type of
  • of its type
  • a range of types
  • a variety of types
  • adventurous
  • athletic
  • sporty
  • true to type
  • (not) your type
  • bold
  • boldface
  • italic
  • print something in
  • set something in
  • use
  • in… type

Synonyms

  • kind
  • sort
  • category
  • class
  • variety

Antonyms

  • none

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'type' with 'typewriter', which has a different meaning.
  • Using 'types' incorrectly for non-count nouns.
  • Omitting the preposition 'of' after 'type' when necessary.