1. (

• classify ,
• class ,
• sort ,
• assort ,
• sort_out ,
• separate

) arrange or order by classes or categories; "How would you classify these pottery shards;

2. (

• clear ,
• clear_up ,
• shed_light_on ,
• crystallize ,
• crystallise ,
• crystalize ,
• crystalise ,
• straighten_out ,
• sort_out ,
• enlighten ,
• illuminate ,
• elucidate

) make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear; "Could you clarify these remarks?"; "Clear up the question of who is at fault" ;

3. (

• discipline ,
• correct ,
• sort_out

) punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience; "The teacher disciplined the pupils rather frequently" ;