De anomalie
Example: De anomalie in de data viel op tijdens de analyse.
Definition
"De anomalie" refers to an irregularity or deviation from the norm, especially in data or observations. It indicates something unusual or unexpected that stands out during analysis or examination, often prompting further investigation or explanation.
Etymology
The word "de anomalie" originates from the Greek 'anomalía,' meaning 'unevenness' or 'irregularity.' It passed into Latin as 'anomalīa' before entering Dutch. Did you know? The term was initially used in astronomy to describe irregularities in planetary motion before expanding to general use.
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"De anomalie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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