PIGEONHOLE


Meaning of PIGEONHOLE in English

■ noun

1》 a small recess for a domestic pigeon to nest in.

2》 each of a set of small compartments where letters or messages may be left for individuals.

3》 a category, especially an overly restrictive one, to which someone or something is assigned.

■ verb

1》 assign to a particular category, especially an overly restrictive one.

2》 deposit (a document) in a ~.

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