nontaxonomical

Example:While taxonomic concepts are based on evolutionary relationships, nontaxonomical concepts are often more abstract and not tied to specific evolutionary paths.

Definition:A general notion or idea, often defined by a collection of examples, characteristics, or conditions.

Example:The researchers used a nontaxonomical approach in their study, focusing on biochemical similarities instead of evolutionary distance.

Definition:A method, strategy, or technique for achieving a result or solving a problem.

Example:She was surprised that the nontaxonomical type of research she had just completed showed such diverse outcomes.

Definition:A category or sort; a kind or variety.

Example:The nontaxonomical method allowed the botanist to group plants based on their habitat rather than their evolutionary lineage.

Definition:A procedure or a way of doing something, usually one that is well thought out and rational.

Example:Although paleontologists often use taxonomical classification, nontaxonomical methods have started gaining importance in recent research.

Definition:The act or process of arranging or distributing in categories, classes, orders, or groups; the arrangement made.