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machine learning

American  
[muh-sheen lur-ning] / məˈʃin ˌlɜr nɪŋ /

noun

Computers, Digital Technology.

  1. the capacity of a computer to process and evaluate data beyond programmed algorithms, through contextualized inference (often used attributively).

machine learning British  

noun

  1. a branch of artificial intelligence in which a computer generates rules underlying or based on raw data that has been fed into it

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Etymology

Origin of machine learning

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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Machine learning is also increasingly helpful for sifting through and categorising huge amounts of data.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

"By leveraging different methods in Machine learning, we were able to untangle the influence of different factors on the individual effects of brain stimulation," says Pablo Maceira, the study's first author.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2024

The study, "Machine learning reveals prominent spontaneous behavioral changes and treatment efficacy in humanized and transgenic Alzheimer's disease models," appears in the November 26 issue of Cell Reports.

From Science Daily • Nov. 26, 2024

Machine learning has pushed the boundaries in several fields, including personalized medicine, self-driving cars and customized advertisements.

From Salon • Jun. 1, 2024

Machine learning occurs when a computer analyzes data and rule sets to reach conclusions.

From Seattle Times • May 12, 2024

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