Definition of Dichotomize

1. Verb. Divide into two opposing groups or kinds.

Exact synonyms: Dichotomise
Generic synonyms: Assort, Class, Classify, Separate, Sort, Sort Out
Derivative terms: Dichotomisation, Dichotomization, Dichotomy

Definition of Dichotomize

1. v. t. To cut into two parts; to part into two divisions; to divide into pairs; to bisect.

2. v. i. To separate into two parts; to branch dichotomously; to become dichotomous.

Definition of Dichotomize

1. [v -MIZED, -MIZING, -MIZES]

Medical Definition of Dichotomize

1. 1. To cut into two parts; to part into two divisions; to divide into pairs; to bisect. "The apostolical benediction dichotomizes all good things into grace and peace." (Bp. Hall) 2. To exhibit as a half disk. See Dichotomy. 3. "[The moon] was dichotomized." Origin: See Dichotomous. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Dichotomize

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