Sortens
Sortens is a term used in discussions of classification and categorization to denote a class of items or subcategories within a given domain. It is not tied to a single discipline and can be applied across fields to describe a logical grouping based on shared properties or functions. In this sense, sortens function as the building blocks of a taxonomy or ontology, providing a framework for organizing data, objects, or concepts.
Etymologically, sortens draws on the root sort-, meaning kind or class, combined with a suffix pattern found
In information science and data modeling, sortens refer to the defined categories into which items can be
Relation to other concepts: sortens are distinct from the act of sorting, which is a computational or
Limitations and considerations: the term is not widely standardized, so its precise meaning can vary by domain.