parameter — a numerical or other measurable factor forming one of a set that defines a system or sets the conditions of its operation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a numerical or other measurable factor forming one of a set that defines a system or sets the conditions of its operation
Pronunciation (IPA): /pəˈræmɪtər/
Example Sentences
- The dating app crashed because someone set their age parameter to 999 years old.
- Scientists carefully monitored all parameters during the Mars rover mission.
- My mom's cooking has only one parameter: 'add more garlic until it tastes right.'
parameter
NOUN[/pəˈræmɪtər/]
a numerical or other measurable factor forming one of a set that defines a system or sets the conditions of its operation
The engineer adjusted the machine's parameters to improve its performance.
The experiment stayed within the correct parameter. (⚙️ Setting + 📏 Limit → Parameter = a setting or limit that controls something.)
The engineer checked every parameter using a thermometer and a barometer.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek, combining 'para' (beside, alongside) and 'metron' (measure). Originally meant a standard or reference point placed alongside something to establish a measure or boundary condition.
Breakdown
para- (beside, alongside) + -metron (measure) = parameter. The compound literally means 'that which measures alongside' or 'a measuring standard.'
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The dating app crashed because someone set their age parameter to 999 years old.”
“Scientists carefully monitored all parameters during the Mars rover mission.”
“My mom's cooking has only one parameter: 'add more garlic until it tastes right.'”
“The research team established clear parameters for the clinical trial.”
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