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Data as a Noun
Definitions of "Data" as a noun
Synonyms of "Data" as a noun (8 Words)
Usage Examples of "Data" as a noun
Associations of "Data" (30 Words)

The synonyms of “Data” are: information, facts, figures, statistics, details, particulars, specifics, features

Data as a Noun

Definitions of "Data" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “data” as a noun can have the following definitions:

The quantities, characters, or symbols on which operations are performed by a computer, which may be stored and transmitted in the form of electrical signals and recorded on magnetic, optical, or mechanical recording media.
Things known or assumed as facts, making the basis of reasoning or calculation.
A collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn.
Facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.

Synonyms of "Data" as a noun (8 Words)

details	A crew of workers selected for a particular task. After the trial he gave us the real details.
facts	A concept whose truth can be proved. Scientific hypotheses are not facts.
features	The principal (full-length) film in a program at a movie theater. An expression of pleasure crossed his features.
figures	A model of a bodily form (especially of a person. She made the best score on compulsory figures.
information	In information theory a mathematical quantity expressing the probability of occurrence of a particular sequence of symbols impulses etc as against that of alternative sequences. The signal contained thousands of bits of information.
particulars	(logic) a proposition that asserts something about some (but not all) members of a class. He always reasons from the particular to the general.
specifics	A fact about some part (as opposed to general. Quinine is a specific for malaria.
statistics	The practice or science of collecting and analysing numerical data in large quantities, especially for the purpose of inferring proportions in a whole from those in a representative sample.

Usage Examples of "Data" as a noun

There is very little data available.
Statistical data.

Associations of "Data" (30 Words)

agglomerate	A volcanic rock consisting of large fragments bonded together. An agglomerated flower head.
aggregate	Amount in the aggregate to. Aggregate expenses include expenses of all divisions combined for the entire year.
amass	Gather together or accumulate (a large amount or number of material or things) over a period of time. She is amassing a lot of data for her thesis.
arithmetic	Relating to or involving arithmetic. Arithmetic had never been her strong point.
binary	A binary star. A binary* star is a system in which two stars revolve around each other.*
check	Write out a check on a bank account. The dog checked.
collate	Verify the number and order of (the sheets of a book). All the information obtained is being collated.
collection	A sum of money raised during a church or charity collection. Refuse collection.
confirm	Administer the religious rite of confirmation to. The organization has confirmed the appointment of Mr Collins as managing director.
cumulate	Attach two double bonds to the same carbon atom. They appear to have formed from cumulates in the root of a magma chamber.
decimal	A number in the decimal system. Decimal arithmetic.
encyclopedia	A book or set of books giving information on many subjects or on many aspects of one subject and typically arranged alphabetically.
formalize	Give a definite structure or shape to. We became able to formalize* our thoughts.*
oversee	Supervise (a person or their work), especially in an official capacity. The Home Secretary oversees the police service.
patrol	Maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol. The garrison had to patrol* the streets to maintain order.*
philatelist	A collector and student of postage stamps.
poll	Cut off the top of a tree or plant typically to encourage further growth pollard. The network manager can also use the software to poll* each Mac on the net.*
proof	Proofread a text. A proof* copy is sent up for checking.*
reconnaissance	Military observation of a region to locate an enemy or ascertain strategic features. After a reconnaissance* British forces took the island.*
reconnoiter	Explore, often with the goal of finding something or somebody.
reconvene	Meet again. The bill will be considered when the Legislature reconvenes next Fall.
sentry	A soldier stationed to keep guard or to control access to a place. On sentry* duty.*
standardize	Evaluate by comparing with a standard. We could standardize* on US equipment.*
statistic	An event or person regarded as no more than a piece of data (used to suggest an inappropriately impersonal approach. He was just another statistic.
substantiation	The act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something.
suitability	The quality of having the properties that are right for a specific purpose. The suitability* of residential accommodation varied widely.*
surveillance	Close observation of a person or group (usually by the police. He found himself put under surveillance* by British military intelligence.*
survey	A written report detailing the findings of a building survey. The third type of report is a full structural survey.
validation	The act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something. New courses subject to validation* include an MSc in Urban Forestry.*
verification	The process of ensuring that procedures laid down in weapons limitation agreements are followed. The verification* of official documents.*