datum
1 of 1noun/ˈdeɪtəm/
Forms:data
1
a single piece of information or a reference point used in analysis or measurement
- In statistical analysis, each individual response serves as a datum for further examination.
- The researcher recorded each measurement as a separate datum to be included in the dataset.
- When plotting the graph, remember to include each datum accurately to ensure the validity of the results.
- The survey collected various datums regarding consumer preferences and spending habits.
- In astronomy, astronomers rely on precise datums to calculate the positions of celestial bodies accurately.
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