samples
Meanings
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noun
A set of data or information that is used for testing, comparing, or referencing.
- "The sales team uses a sample of customer feedback to identify trends and improve their services."
- "In chemistry, a small quantity of a substance is taken as a sample for analysis."
Synonyms
example , specimen
Variants
List of all variants of samples that leads to same resultsample , samples , sampled , sampling
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Originally meaning 'to take or draw lots', from the Latin 'samplare' meaning 'to take a sample'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Did you know that the first recorded use of the term 'sample' in English was in the 15th century?
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In music, a 'sample' refers to a short sound clip or loop taken from a recording and used in a new composition.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Data: Related to the field of data science and analysis, a sample is a subset of a larger data set used for statistical analysis and modeling.
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Prototype: A sample can also refer to a prototype or early version of a product or design, used for testing and feedback before full production.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, the term 'sample' is used metaphorically to refer to a small representation of a larger body of work. For example, a poet might release a 'sample' of their upcoming collection to generate interest and anticipation.
How to Memorize "samples"
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visualize
- Imagine a bag of marbles. You take out a few marbles to examine them closely. These marbles represent the sample.
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associate
- Associate the word 'sample' with the word 'representative'. A sample is a representative subset of a larger population or data set.
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mnemonics
- Use the acronym S-A-M-P-L-E: Specific, Accurate, Measurable, Practical, Limited, and Ethical to remember the characteristics of a good sample.
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