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graph

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈɡɹæf// UK //ɡɹˈæf// graph

n. a drawing that uses lines or bars to show how different pieces of information relate to each other. It helps you see patterns or changes in numbers more easily.

n. a visual representation of data showing the relationship between two or more variables, typically plotted along a set of axes.


SIMPLE

The graph shows that sales are increasing every month.

CONTEXTUAL

The teacher asked the students to plot their test results on a graph to track their progress over the semester.

COMPLEX

By examining the line graph, the researchers identified a significant correlation between rising global temperatures and the accelerated melting of polar ice caps over the last decade.

Synonyms
Origin

Clipping of graphic formula. From 1878; verb from 1889.

Usage

Commonly used with the verbs 'plot', 'draw', or 'interpret'.

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