Classifies (as) is a term used to describe the process of sorting items into distinct categories or groups. The crossword solution for this term is 'PEGS', which is an acronym for 'Partitioning, Equivalence, Grouping, and Sorting'. This is a four-step process used to classify items according to their similarities and differences. Partitioning involves breaking down a large group of items into smaller, more manageable groups. Equivalence is the process of comparing items to determine if they are similar or different. Grouping is the process of putting similar items together in the same category. Finally, sorting is the process of arranging items in order from least to greatest or vice versa.