Type
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Common Features
Refers to distinguishing traits that categorize people or things similarly. Birdwatchers know which type of bird they've seen by its features.
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Choice Expression
Use 'type of' to express preferences or choices among categories. In restaurants, I prefer the type of dessert that's chocolate-based.
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Not Specific
'Type of' indicates a general category, not a specific item or example. She is interested in the type of books you rarely find anymore.