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medallion

medallion

8.4
A three-level system for organizing data into Bronze, Silver, and Gold stages
  • noun
  • /məˈdæl.jən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : arquitectura medallion

Examples

  • Did you understand the medallion?

    Lara Croft: Tomb Raider - The Cradle of Life (2003)

  • In addition, you'll receive points toward PSA Bronze, Silver, and Gold Star Medallions.

    Academic text (1993)

  • And Ursi Olson's mixed grill (lamb chops, tournedos, medallions of veal) was a splendid reminder.

    Fiction book (1992)

  • In data engineering, a medallion architecture helps organize data into Bronze, Silver, and Gold layers for better analytics.

  • The data team implemented a new medallion system to streamline the workflow from raw to curated information.

  • By using a medallion approach, they ensured that all data is properly processed and easily accessible for analysis.

Compounds

pectoral medallion
9.5

A large decorative medal worn on the chest for ceremonies

Surface Forms

medallion singular
medallions plural

Etymology

Medallion comes from medal, as in Bronze, Silver and Gold 'awards', and data teams use those metal names to show levels of quality. A 'medallion' architecture uses Bronze, Silver and Gold layers to mark raw, cleaned and ready data, just like medal levels show value.