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Primary Data

/ˈpraɪˌmɛri ˈdeɪtə/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    Data that is collected directly from first-hand sources for a specific research purpose.

    "The researchers gathered primary data through surveys and interviews with participants."
  2. 2

    Information that has not been altered or interpreted by others.

    "Primary data is essential for ensuring the accuracy of the study's findings."

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The term 'primary' originates from the Latin 'primarius', meaning 'first' or 'principal', while 'data' comes from the Latin 'datum', meaning 'something given'. The combination reflects the concept of original data collected directly from a source, evolving through the rise of empirical research in the 20th century.

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