Type — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈtīp/

Meaning & Definition of Type

Type (noun)

  1. a particular kind, class, or group
  2. something distinguishable as a variety, sort
  3. a member of an indicated class or variety of people

Type (verb)

  1. to write with a computer keyboard or on a typewriter
  2. to produce (a character, a document, etc.) using a keyboard (as on a computer); also, keyboard
  3. to identify as belonging to a type

Word Forms of Type

Inflections: typed, typing

Derived words: typeable (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Type

Middle English, from Late Latin typus, from Latin & Greek; Latin typus image, from Greek typos blow, impression, model, from typtein to strike, beat; akin to Sanskrit tupati he injures and probably to Latin stupēre to be benumbed

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Type

Words & Phrases Containing Type

type A, type B, type genus, type 1 diabetes, type I error, type species, type specimen, type 2 diabetes

Frequently Asked Questions about Type

What does "Type" mean?

"Type" means a particular kind, class, or group. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a particular kind, class, or group. It has 6 distinct senses.

Is "Type" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Type" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Type" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Type" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Type"?

"Type" is pronounced /ˈtīp/.

What is the origin of the word "Type"?

"Type" comes from Middle English, from Late Latin typus, from Latin & Greek; Latin typus image, from Greek typos blow, impression, model, from typtein to strike, beat; akin to Sanskrit tupati he injures and probably to Latin stupēre to be benumbed. First known use: 15th century.

What does "Type" mean as a noun?

As a noun, "Type" means: a particular kind, class, or group; something distinguishable as a variety, sort; a member of an indicated class or variety of people.

What does "Type" mean as a verb?

As a verb, "Type" means: to write with a computer keyboard or on a typewriter; to produce (a character, a document, etc.) using a keyboard (as on a computer); also, keyboard; to identify as belonging to a type.

What CEFR level is "Type"?

"Type" is an A2 and A1-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).