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A '''parameter''' (from the Ancient Greek παρά, "para", meaning "beside, subsidiary" and μέτρον, "metron", meaning "measure"), in its common meaning, is a characteristic, feature, or [[Measurement|measurable]] factor that can help in defining a particular system.
 
A '''parameter''' (from the Ancient Greek παρά, "para", meaning "beside, subsidiary" and μέτρον, "metron", meaning "measure"), in its common meaning, is a characteristic, feature, or [[Measurement|measurable]] factor that can help in defining a particular system.
 
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== Description ==
 
== Description ==

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A parameter (from the Ancient Greek παρά, "para", meaning "beside, subsidiary" and μέτρον, "metron", meaning "measure"), in its common meaning, is a characteristic, feature, or measurable factor that can help in defining a particular system.

Description

A parameter is an important element to consider in evaluation or comprehension of an event, project, or situation.

Parameter has specific interpretations in several fields, including:

See also

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