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Dewey decimal classification
Dewey decimal classificationn. A system used in libraries for organizing nonfiction publications into subject categories corresponding to three-digit numerals, with further specification expressed by numerals following a decimal point. [After Melvil Dewey.]Dew′ey dec′imal classifica`tion Trademark. a system of library classification using three-digit numerals for major divisions and numerals following a decimal point for subdivisions: devised by Melvil Dewey. Also called Dew′ey dec′imal sys`tem. ThesaurusNoun | 1. | Dewey decimal classification - a system used by libraries to classify nonfictional publications into subject categories; the subject is indicated by a three-digit numeral and further specification is given by numerals following a decimal point; publications are shelved by numberdecimal system of classification, Dewey decimal systemclassification system - a system for classifying things | LegalSeeDewey Decimal SystemAcronymsSeedopa decarboxylaseDewey decimal classification
Synonyms for Dewey decimal classificationnoun a system used by libraries to classify nonfictional publications into subject categoriesSynonyms- decimal system of classification
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