Dataset
noun
A dataset is a collection of related sets of information that is composed of separate items but can be manipulated as a unit by a computer.
The researcher analyzed the dataset to find patterns in the data.

Often appears as...
- data analysis
- data mining
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A dataset is a collection of related sets of information that is composed of separate items but can be manipulated as a unit by a computer.
The researcher analyzed the dataset to find patterns in the data.

Often appears as...
- data analysis
- data mining
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1

Context
In computing, the term 'dataset' often refers specifically to a collection of data used for analysis or machine learning.
Most scientific experiments rely on appropriate datasets for validation.
Formality
While 'dataset' is widely accepted in academia, in casual conversation, one might simply refer to 'data' instead.
Choose contextually appropriate language when discussing datasets.
Organization
Datasets should be well-organized and formatted to facilitate understanding and analysis.
Consider how datasets are structured for ease of use.
Context
In computing, the term 'dataset' often refers specifically to a collection of data used for analysis or machine learning.
Most scientific experiments rely on appropriate datasets for validation.
Formality
While 'dataset' is widely accepted in academia, in casual conversation, one might simply refer to 'data' instead.
Choose contextually appropriate language when discussing datasets.
Organization
Datasets should be well-organized and formatted to facilitate understanding and analysis.
Consider how datasets are structured for ease of use.
Context
In computing, the term 'dataset' often refers specifically to a collection of data used for analysis or machine learning.
Most scientific experiments rely on appropriate datasets for validation.
Formality
While 'dataset' is widely accepted in academia, in casual conversation, one might simply refer to 'data' instead.
Choose contextually appropriate language when discussing datasets.
Organization
Datasets should be well-organized and formatted to facilitate understanding and analysis.
Consider how datasets are structured for ease of use.
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