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rand

 

[ rænd ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

generate random

To produce or select something in a way that is unpredictable and without any specific pattern or order. Random generation is often used in statistical sampling, gaming, and computer algorithms.

Synonyms

choose, randomize, select

Examples of usage

  • The program can rand a number between 1 and 100.
  • We decided to rand the order of speakers at the event.
  • Using a random function, you can rand different colors for each graphic.
Context #2 | Noun

random value

A term referring to something that is selected or generated without a predictable pattern, often used in statistics and computer science.

Synonyms

randomness, uncertainty, variability

Examples of usage

  • The dice rolls produced a series of rands.
  • Each rand represents a unique outcome.
  • He analyzed the rands to understand the distribution.

Translations

Translations of the word "rand" in other languages:

🇵🇹 randômico

🇮🇳 यादृच्छिक

🇩🇪 zufällig

🇮🇩 acak

🇺🇦 випадковий

🇵🇱 losowy

🇯🇵 ランダム

🇫🇷 aléatoire

🇪🇸 aleatorio

🇹🇷 rastgele

🇰🇷 무작위의

🇸🇦 عشوائي

🇨🇿 náhodný

🇸🇰 náhodný

🇨🇳 随机的

🇸🇮 naključni

🇮🇸 tilviljunarkenndur

🇰🇿 кездейсоқ

🇬🇪 შემთხვევითი

🇦🇿 təsadüfi

🇲🇽 aleatorio

Etymology

The word 'rand' is believed to have originated from the Middle English term 'rand', which means 'border' or 'edge', derived from Old Norse 'rand', also meaning 'edge'. However, in the context of 'random', which is where the term 'rand' is commonly encountered, it relates to the English words 'randomly' and 'randomness', tracing back to the Latin word 'randomus', meaning 'having no definite aim' or 'haphazard'. The modern usage of 'rand' as a term in computing and statistics emerged in the late 20th century, especially with the advent of programming languages that included random number generation capabilities. Today, 'rand' is widely used in various fields, including gaming, statistical analysis, and simulations, reflecting its evolution from a word meaning 'edge' to one describing unpredictability and chance.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,777, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.