Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "pigeonhole" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

pidge pidge pigeonhole principle pigeonholeable pigeonholed pigeonholer pigeonholes pigeonholing

Derived From

hole pigeon

Context

historical

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

assort category class classify compartment lay place pose position put separate set sort sort out

Type Of (IsA)

category compartment

Manner Of

classify put

Related Terms

categorize compartment cubbyhole desk nook pigeon pigeonhole principle pigeonholeable pigeonholer role roost scroll

Synonym Network

label mothball

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