predictor
Americannoun
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a person or thing that predicts.
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Mathematics. a formula for determining additional values or derivatives of a function from the relationship of its given values.
noun
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a person or thing that predicts
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an instrument, used in conjunction with an anti-aircraft gun, that determines the speed, distance, height, and direction of hostile aircraft
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statistics a more modern term for independent variable
Etymology
Origin of predictor
From the Medieval Latin word praedictor, dating back to 1645–55. See predict, -tor
Example Sentences
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And it was important as a predictor for those in power to stay in power.
From BBC
The 49ers are decimated by injuries, but the best predictor of future events is past events.
From BBC
Other studies indicate that the psychological losses often embedded in retirement—feeling less valued, needed or connected—are strong predictors of postretirement depression.
Globes wins have long been considered a predictor of which films and performers will triumph at the Oscars, although last year’s ceremony shut out eventual best picture winner “Anora.”
From Salon
In the analysis, insufficient sleep outweighed diet and exercise as a predictor of lifespan.
From Science Daily
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