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Uncommonsorted
The correct spelling is sorted.
How to pronounce sorted
verb
Say it like: Sor-ted
The correct spelling is sorted. To separate items into different categories according to certain criteria that determine their sorts. For example: "Sort the letters in those bags into a separate pile for each language."
Usage Examples
“Sort the letters in those bags into a separate pile for each language.”
“Sort those bells into a row in ascending sequence of pitch.”
“If he comes nosing around here again I'll sort him!”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To separate items into different categories according to certain criteria that determine their sorts.
- 2.To arrange into some sequence, usually numerically, alphabetically or chronologically.
- 3.To conjoin; to put together in distribution; to class.
- 4.To conform; to adapt; to accommodate.
- 5.To choose from a number; to select; to cull.
adjective
- 1.Put into some order by sorting.
- 2.(usually with out) In good order, under control.
- 3.In possession of a sufficient supply, especially of narcotics.
interjection
- 1.A general expression of approval.
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