Clusters: meaning, definitions and examples

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clusters

 

[ ˈklʌstərz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

data processing

Clusters are groups of linked objects or entities that are close together in space or time.

Synonyms

collection, group, set

Examples of usage

  • Data points that belong to the same cluster are more similar to each other than to those in other clusters.
  • In image processing, clusters are often used to group similar pixels together.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

In computing, clusters refer to multiple computers working together as a single system.

Synonyms

cluster computing, server farm

Examples of usage

  • Cluster computing allows for high-performance parallel processing.
  • The cluster of servers ensures redundancy and load balancing.
Context #3 | Verb

data analysis

To cluster data is to group similar data points together based on certain criteria.

Synonyms

categorize, classify, group

Examples of usage

  • Researchers often use clustering algorithms to analyze large datasets.
  • The algorithm clusters the data points into distinct groups.

Translations

Translations of the word "clusters" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aglomerados

🇮🇳 क्लस्टर

🇩🇪 Cluster

🇮🇩 kluster

🇺🇦 кластери

🇵🇱 klastry

🇯🇵 クラスタ

🇫🇷 clusters

🇪🇸 clústeres

🇹🇷 kümeler

🇰🇷 클러스터

🇸🇦 مجموعات

🇨🇿 shluky

🇸🇰 klastre

🇨🇳 集群

🇸🇮 grozdi

🇮🇸 klasa

🇰🇿 кластерлер

🇬🇪 კლასტერი

🇦🇿 klasterlər

🇲🇽 clústeres

Etymology

The word 'clusters' originates from the Middle English word 'closter,' which meant a group of things close together. Over time, the term evolved to refer to various groupings in different fields, such as data processing and computing. The concept of clustering has become essential in data analysis and computing, allowing for efficient organization and processing of information.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,616 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.