English · Science & Technology
big data
/bɪɡ ˈdeɪ.tə/
[/bɪɡ ˈdeɪ.tə/]
very large data sets
Advancednoun
Definition
Extremely large sets of information that can be analysed to reveal patterns and trends.
Example
Retailers use big data to predict which products customers are likely to buy next season.
Retailers use big data to predict which products customers are likely to buy next season.
Etymology
A simple compound of 'big' and 'data', popularised in the early 21st century.
How & Where It’s Used
Central to business analytics, science, and machine learning.