English Explanatory Dictionary

Dewey Decimal Classification

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. A proprietary library classification system that allows new books to be added to a library in their appropriate location based on subject.

Word forms

Dewey Decimal Classification DDC

Etymology

Named after American librarian and educator Melvil Dewey.

Synonyms

Dewey Decimal System
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