Faceting: meaning, definitions and examples

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faceting

 

[หˆfรฆsษชtษชล‹ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

data organization

Faceting is the process of organizing or segmenting data into distinct categories or dimensions, which allows for more effective analysis or filtering. This technique is commonly used in databases, search functionalities, and reporting tools to enhance user experience by allowing users to navigate through large sets of data more intuitively.

Synonyms

categorization, classification, segmentation.

Examples of usage

  • The website uses faceting to help users find products more easily.
  • Faceting in data analysis can reveal patterns that weren't initially visible.
  • With faceting, customers can narrow down their search by selecting specific attributes.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'facet' comes from the French word 'facette', meaning 'little face'.
  • Originally, faceting was used to describe the faces of small, polished stones in the 18th century.

Science

  • Faceting changes how light interacts with a stone, enhancing its sparkle and brilliance.
  • Different cuts can influence a gem's value; for example, round brilliant cuts are among the most popular because they maximize light reflection.

Cultural Significance

  • In some cultures, expertly faceted gems are considered symbols of wealth and status.
  • The art of faceting has evolved, with contemporary artists integrating new technologies to create unique designs.

Psychology

  • People may perceive faceted gems as more attractive due to their complex surfaces and reflective qualities.
  • The visual appeal of faceted stones can evoke emotions and signify luxury and beauty.

Art

  • Gem faceting is considered a craft, combining technical skill and artistic expression.
  • There are competitions held worldwide where facetters display their work, showcasing innovative designs and techniques.

Translations

Translations of the word "faceting" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fatiamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅˆเคธเคŸเคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fazettierung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penetapan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐัะตั‚ัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fascetowanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚กใ‚ปใƒƒใƒˆๅŒ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท facettage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ facetado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yรผzleme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŒจ์‹ฏํŒ…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฌุฒุฆุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fascetovรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fascetovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†้ขๅŒ–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fascetiranje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fascetun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะฐัะตั‚ั‚ะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒกแƒ”แƒขแƒ˜แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fasilitasiya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ facetado