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statistics Definition

sta·tis·tics (stə tis′tiks)

facts or data of a numerical kind, assembled, classified, and tabulated so as to present significant information about a given subject

Etymology: < Ger statistik < ModL statisticus: see statistical

noun

the calculation, description, manipulation, and interpretation of the mathematical attributes of sets or populations too numerous or extensive for exhaustive measurements

statistics Synonyms

statistics

n.

enumeration, figures, demography; see data.

statistics Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

vital: VITAL STATISTICS: It's firmly rooted in the philosophy of John Anderson - to provide " useful learning " to local people.