Sortation

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The use of any process of sorting. uncountable
  2. 2
    The automated sorting of things, especially the use of barcodes to sort and route items. uncountable
  3. 3
    A process or instance of sorting. countable

Etymology

Etymology 1

From sort + -ation.

Etymology 2

Blend of sort + automation.

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sortation system

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