Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
historical-data
Noun
/hɪsˈtɒrɪkəl ˈdeɪtə/
Definition
Data that relates to past events and records for analysis and reference.
Examples
- Researchers often rely on historical data to forecast future trends in climate change.
- Companies analyze historical data to evaluate past sales performance and strategize for the future.
- Historical data can be invaluable in fields such as economics, sociology, and history.
Meaning
Historical data is used to understand trends, patterns, and changes over time by examining records of past occurrences.
Synonyms
- Past records
- Archive data
- Previous information
