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forest

forest

52 4.7
A computer method that uses many simple decision trees and combines their results to make predictions
  • noun
  • /ˈfɔrɪst/
  • Specialized
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  • To enhance performance, the forest model adjusted its approaches based on varying input features.

Examples

  • Heuristic methods have been suggested for use in developing forest plans that have complex spatial relationships.

    Academic text (2017)
  • I'm going to make this particular forest use a log N way B tree.

  • The random starting scenario produced the single worst forest plan, as noted by the minimum objective function value.

    Academic text (2017)
  • Several recent research publications have demonstrated improvements in the use of heuristic methods in forest planning.

    Academic text (2017)
  • Disney's plan for a $35 million resort was approved by the Forest Service in 1969.

    Academic text (2000)
  • In machine learning, a random forest can effectively improve classification accuracy by combining multiple decision trees.

  • The algorithm created a complex forest of decision trees to handle the data set's tricky patterns.

Synonyms

ensemble
vsforest
  • Specialized
3 6.7

A set of computer models whose results are combined to make better predictions

is a specific method using many decision tree models for classification or regression

Idioms

To notice small important details while keeping the whole situation in mind

Compounds

26 1.6

A large thick forest in the tropics with very heavy rain

21 1.8

A large uncontrolled burning of trees in a forest that causes much damage

4 2.8

A forest with trees close together that makes it hard to move or see

3 3.9

A mountain area in the southwest of Germany with thick woods and famous scenery

A large area of tall trees near the equator that gets heavy rain and has many plants and animals

A very old forest in central England connected to the story of Robin Hood

virgin forest
  • Specialized
2 5.6

A forest with many old trees that is not changed by people

forest ecosystem
  • Specialized
1 3.8

A group of plants, animals, and other living things that interact in a forest

A forest of trees that lose their leaves every year, like oak and maple

A forest in mild regions that gets a lot of rain

An important AD 9 battle where Germanic tribes led by Arminius destroy Roman soldiers and stop Rome's advance into Germania

A forest in France where American and German soldiers fought in a large 1918 World War I battle

A large uncontrolled fire in a forest that destroys trees

A person who fights fires in forests to protect trees and land

A large, strong animal with long horns that moves quickly through woods

forest god
  • Literature
9.9

A spirit who lives in forests and protects the trees

forest red gum
  • Australian
9.1

A tall tree from eastern Australia with hard wood and smooth bark

7.5

A young stage of a moth that lives in groups and eats leaves, leaving a flat web like a carpet

monsoon forest
  • Specialized
6.3

A type of woods in tropical areas with wet and dry seasons

A national park of woods and open land in southern England known for wild ponies

riparian forest
  • Specialized
7.0

An area of trees and plants that grows along a river or stream

A national park in northeastern Arizona with many colorful tree logs turned to stone

How Complex

GRF
  • Specialized
9.9
forest
  • Specialized
52 4.7

Surface Forms

forest singular
forests plural

Etymology

Forest in machine learning is a simple picture: many decision trees together form a 'forest' that vote to give the final answer. So a forest model is a group of trees whose combined output helps make better predictions.