Enumerator: meaning, definitions and examples

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enumerator

 

[ ษชหˆnjuห.mษ™.neษช.tษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

data collection

An enumerator is a person or a device that collects data by counting or listing items, often for research purposes. In statistical surveys, enumerators play a crucial role in gathering information about populations and their characteristics. Their task may involve conducting interviews, filling out forms, or using technology to compile data accurately and effectively. Enumerators are essential for ensuring the validity and reliability of data, and they often work under the supervision of statisticians and researchers.

Synonyms

counter, recorder, surveyor

Examples of usage

  • The enumerator visited each household to collect survey data.
  • An enumerator uses a tablet to record responses during the census.
  • In the study, the enumerator carefully recorded demographic information.
  • Each enumerator was trained on how to ask questions respectfully.

Translations

Translations of the word "enumerator" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น enumerador

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เค–เฅเคฏเคพเค•เคพเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Enumerator

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ enumerator

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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ enumerator

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅˆ—ๆŒ™ๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉnumรฉrateur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ enumerador

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sayฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ด๊ฑฐ์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุฏุงุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ enumerรกtor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ enumerรกtor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆžšไธพๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ enumerator

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ teljari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐะฝะฐา›ัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒœแƒฃแƒ›แƒ”แƒ แƒแƒขแƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ enumerator

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ enumerador

Etymology

The term 'enumerator' has its roots in the Latin word 'enumerare', which means 'to count, recount, number, or list'. This Latin verb is composed of the prefix 'e-' (out) and 'numerare' (to count). The use of 'enumerator' in English dates back to the mid-19th century, particularly around the time when systematic data collection methods were increasingly recognized as crucial for sociology, economics, and population studies. As societies began to conduct more organized censuses and surveys, the role of enumerators became more formalized. They were tasked with the important responsibility of ensuring accurate data collection, which is fundamental for understanding demographic changes and trends. With advancements in technology, the role of enumerators has evolved to include digital data collection tools, yet the essence of counting and reporting remains at the core of their function.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,246, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.