probability theory
nounMathematics, Statistics.
the theory of analyzing and making statements concerning the probability of the occurrence of uncertain events.: Compare probability (def. 4).
Origin of probability theory
1First recorded in 1830–40
Words Nearby probability theory
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How to use probability theory in a sentence
He also introduced the concept of mathematical expectation into probability theory.
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