noun
grouper
A person or tool that sorts items into groups.
The grouper sorts incoming packages by their destination before delivery.
Etymology
The agent ending names whoever or whatever performs grouping. This grouper is therefore a sorter, distinct from the fish with the same spelling.
More examples
- Each grouper places matching fabric samples in the same tray.
- This grouper organizes customer records by ZIP code.
- The two groupers divide the cards into sets by color.
Forms
grouper · groupers
group verb — To arrange items into separate sets.
Similar words
- sorter
- Emphasizes separating items by type rather than forming groups.
- classifier
- Assigns items to defined categories, often using specific criteria.