Amostrar
Example: Precisamos amostrar os dados para análise estatística detalhada.
Definition
"Amostrar" means to select a representative part or sample from a larger quantity or group, typically for analysis or testing purposes. It involves taking a portion of data, material, or population to draw conclusions about the whole, as in statistical or scientific contexts.
Etymology
The word "amostrar" comes from the Portuguese verb derived from the noun "amostra," meaning sample. "Amostra" itself originates from the Old French word "emostre," which means a sample or example. Did you know? The practice of sampling has been crucial in statistics and quality control for centuries, making "amostrar" an essential term in those fields.
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