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chart

n. countable
A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈtʃɑɹt// UK //tʃˈɑːt// chart Academic General-service

n. a drawing or picture that shows information in a simple way. You use it to see how numbers or facts change over time.

n. a graphical representation of data, such as a diagram, graph, or table, designed to facilitate the interpretation of information. Often used to illustrate relationships between variables or to track progress over time.


SIMPLE

The sales chart shows that our business is growing.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher pointed to a colorful chart on the wall to explain the different parts of a plant.

COMPLEX

The financial analyst presented a detailed chart illustrating the correlation between interest rate hikes and consumer spending habits over the last decade.

Synonyms
Origin

Borrowed from Middle French charte (“card, map”), from Late Latin charta (“paper, card, map”), Latin charta (“papyrus, writing”), from Ancient Greek χάρτης (khártēs, “papyrus, thin sheet”). Doublet of card and carte; related to charter.

Usage

Often used with the verbs 'draw', 'create', or 'read'.

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