conceptual classification

in classification tasks, the grouping of items on the basis of their shared function or membership in a similar category, for example, cow, dog, horse; tractor, bus, motorcycle. Also called categorical classification; nominal classification; similarity classification; taxonomic classification. Compare complementary classification; idiosyncratic classification; perceptual classification.

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December 23rd 2024

analysis of transference

in psychoanalysis, the interpretation of a patient’s early relationships and experiences as they are reflected and expressed in his or her present relationship to the analyst. Also called transference analysis. See transference.