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1. contingent_probability
noun. the probability that an event will occur given that one or more other events have occurred.
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2. probability
noun. ['ˌprɑːbəˈbɪləˌtiː'] a measure of how likely it is that some event will occur; a number expressing the ratio of favorable cases to the whole number of cases possible.
Etymology
- probability (English)
- probabilitas (Latin)
3. probability
noun. ['ˌprɑːbəˈbɪləˌtiː'] the quality of being probable; a probable event or the most probable event.
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Etymology
- probability (English)
- probabilitas (Latin)
4. contingent
noun. ['kənˈtɪndʒənt'] a gathering of persons representative of some larger group.
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Etymology
- contingent (English)
- contingens (Latin)
5. contingent
adjective. ['kənˈtɪndʒənt'] determined by conditions or circumstances that follow.
Etymology
- contingent (English)
- contingens (Latin)
6. contingent
adjective. ['kənˈtɪndʒənt'] uncertain because of uncontrollable circumstances.
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Etymology
- contingent (English)
- contingens (Latin)
7. contingent
noun. ['kənˈtɪndʒənt'] a temporary military unit.
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Etymology
- contingent (English)
- contingens (Latin)