graph
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/ɡræf/
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/ɡrɑːf/
visual representation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'graph' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'grapho,' where 'grapho' meant 'to write or draw.'
Historical Evolution
'grapho' transformed into the French word 'graphe,' and eventually became the modern English word 'graph' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to write or draw,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a diagram or chart.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a diagram representing a system of connections or interrelations among two or more things by a number of distinctive dots, lines, bars, etc.
The graph shows the increase in sales over the year.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45