Datum

/ˈdætəm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A single piece of information or fact, often used in the context of data analysis or research.

The researcher collected several datum points to support the hypothesis.

A single item or piece of information considered in relation to an overall dataset or number of observations.

Each datum in the study was meticulously recorded for accuracy.

In cartography or surveying, a reference point or standard from which measurements are made.

The datum for elevation in this region is set at sea level.

In mathematics and statistics, an individual value in a dataset.

The highest datum in the dataset skewed the mean considerably.

In information technology, a single unit of information processed by a computer.

Every datum in the database is essential for the system's functionality.

Latin, meaning 'something given'

data point

A single unit of data or observation.

base datum

The reference point from which things are measured.

datum of record

The official or primary piece of information recorded.

data

Plural of datum, representing multiple pieces of information.

database

A structured set of data held in a computer.

databank

A collection of data, typically in a centralized format.

A piece of useful information in a casual context.

That datum you shared about the event was super helpful!

A nugget of knowledge or insight.

I got a neat datum from the meeting that could change our approach.