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Definition of graph

graph

/ɡræf/
Adverb:graphically
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Plural:graphs
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Adjective:graphic
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Past Simple:graphed
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Past Participle:graphed
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Present Participle:graphing
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• noun

1

A visual diagram showing the relationship between variable quantities, typically plotted along a pair of coordinate axes.

Example

"The students plotted the temperature changes over time on a line graph."


2

A mathematical structure consisting of a set of vertices (or nodes) and a set of edges connecting pairs of these vertices.

Example

"In computer science, a social network can be modeled as a graph to analyze relationships between users."

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• verb

1

To plot or trace data on a coordinate system in order to show the relationship between variables.

Example

"We need to graph the survey results to better understand the demographic trends."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century (circa 1878) as a shortening of 'graphic formula', deriving ultimately from the Greek verb 'graphein', meaning 'to write' or 'to draw'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020

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