randomize
[ ran-duh-mahyz ]
/ ˈræn dəˌmaɪz /
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verb (used with object), ran·dom·ized, ran·dom·iz·ing.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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OTHER WORDS FROM randomize
ran·dom·i·za·tion, nounran·dom·iz·er, nounDictionary.com Unabridged
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British Dictionary definitions for randomize
randomize
randomise
/ (ˈrændəˌmaɪz) /
verb
(tr) to set up (a selection process, sample, etc) in a deliberately random way in order to enhance the statistical validity of any results obtained
Derived forms of randomize
randomization or randomisation, nounrandomizer or randomiser, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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