Graphing

/ˈɡræfɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The process of creating a visual representation of data or mathematical relationships, typically on a coordinate system or diagram.

Etymology

From graph (Greek graphein 'to write/draw') plus -ing suffix. Graph became a standalone word in mathematics in the late 19th century from German 'Graphik'.

Kelly Says

Graphing might seem like just a math skill, but it's actually how scientists discovered gravitational waves and found water on Mars — visualizing data reveals patterns invisible in numbers alone!

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