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plot

plot

36 3.6
A graph that shows how numbers change over time
  • noun
  • /plɑt/
translation icon : gráfico
  • An examination of residual plots revealed no outliers or violations of model assumptions.
  • box plot
  • scatter plot
  • histograms and plots

And that's what the plot to the right is is showing.

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Examples

  • Figure 3 displays the plot of the data in Table 1.

    Academic text (2017)
  • So what would the red curve look like on this plot of the things we actually measure?

  • I have the plot map over here.

  • Group means are in Table 4, and Figure 4 displays a plot of this result.

    Academic text (2012)
  • The solid line in Figure 1 is a plot of these smoothed velocity values.

    Academic text (1991)
  • We'll look at the frequency plot first, since that's where they screwed up.

  • There's one clear outlier in this plot and that is Lake Victoria.

  • Analysis of the scree plot indicated a two-factor model would fit the data.

    Academic text (2008)
  • The report includes a detailed plot showing the increase in temperatures over the last decade.

  • In the meeting, she presented a plot that illustrated the sales trends of the product over the years.

Synonyms

chart
vsplot
420 1.3

A picture like a graph or table that shows information clearly

is specifically used to show variable relationships or time progress
graph
vsplot
131 2.8

A diagram that shows data using lines, bars, or dots

emphasizes showing data change over time rather than just relationships
bar graph
vsplot
2 3.1

A chart that uses bars of different lengths to show and compare numbers

focuses more on continuous change or relationships over time than bars
scatterplot
vsplot
  • Specialized
1 4.4

A graph that shows how two things are related using dots

is broader, also covering single-variable progress or varied chart types
pictogram
vsplot
1 4.1

A chart that uses small pictures to show how numbers compare

relies on simple axes or lines to show precise variable relationships
graphical recording
vsplot
  • Specialized
4.0

A picture that shows how numbers relate using points or lines on two lines called axes

is used more to track changes over time rather than raw recording
graphical record
vsplot
  • Specialized
4.1

A chart that shows numbers or data so you can see trends

leans toward displaying trends and relationships rather than archival record
scattergram
vsplot
  • Specialized
5.8

A graph that shows dots for two sets of numbers and how they relate

is more general, not limited to showing only two-variable point sets
periodogram
vsplot
  • Specialized
9.9

A graph that shows which repeating patterns in data are strongest

is more general, covering many variable relationships and time series
hydrograph
vsplot
  • Specialized
7.6

A chart that shows how the flow of a river or stream changes over time

is a general tool for many variables, not only hydrological flow
nomogram
vsplot
  • Specialized
9.9

A chart that shows how numbers relate so you can read values

is used more broadly to display relationships or time progress visually

Idioms

A situation that gets more complicated or interesting because of new information

all for the plot
  • Literature
9.3

Events that happen mainly to move the story forward, even if they do not make sense

Compounds

11 3.0

A small piece of ground for growing plants or building on

4 3.2

The main story of a book, film, or play

1 3.7

A part of a story that helps the action move forward

1 2.3

A small piece of land used for growing plants

A failed 1605 plan to blow up Parliament and kill the king, led by Guy Fawkes

plot armor
  • Jargon
9.1

A story idea that keeps a character safe for no real reason

plot element
  • Specialized
3.4

A shape, line, or label on a chart that shows data

plot line
  • Specialized
3.5

The line on a graph that shows how a number changes over time

How Detailed

dashboard
  • Specialized
18 3.9
plot
36 3.6
graph
131 2.8
chart
420 1.3
sketch
150 2.5

Surface Forms

plot singular
plots plural

Etymology

Plot originally meant a 'marked area' or place on a map. A scientific plot is like that idea: a chart where points are 'marked' to show relationships or changes over time.