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parameter
n.
variable which determines the form of a function; value which is transferred to a function or program and affects its operation (Computers)
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Parameter
A parameter (from the Ancient Greek , "para", meaning "beside, subsidiary" and , "metron", meaning "measure"), in its common meaning, is a characteristic, feature, or measurable factor that can help in defining a particular system. A parameter is an important element to consider in evaluation or comprehension of an event, project, or situation. Parameter has more specific interpretations in mathematics, logic, linguistics, environmental science, and other disciplines.
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parameter
Noun
1. a constant in the equation of a curve that can be varied to yield a family of similar curves
(synonym) parametric quantity
(hypernym) constant, constant quantity
(hyponym) degree of freedom
2. any factor that defines a system and determines (or limits) its performance
(hypernym) factor
3. a quantity (such as the mean or variance) that characterizes a statistical population and that can be estimated by calculations from sample data
(hypernym) quantity
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Parameter (der)
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parameter, variable which determines the form of a function; value which is transferred to a function or program and affects its operation (Computers)
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parameter (de)
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