parameterisation

[/pəˌræmɪtəraɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: parameterisations
parametrização
1. The process of defining or establishing parameters for a system, model, or function
The parameterisation of the climate model required extensive data collection.
A parametrização do modelo climático exigiu coleta extensiva de dados.
2. In mathematics and computing, the expression of a mathematical object or system using parameters
The parameterisation of the curve allows for easier calculation of its properties.
A parametrização da curva permite o cálculo mais fácil de suas propriedades.
3. The act of configuring or customizing a system by setting specific parameter values
Proper parameterisation of the software ensures optimal performance.
A parametrização adequada do software garante desempenho ideal.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in mathematics, physics, computer science, and engineering fields in both Brazil and Portugal. It has become increasingly important with the rise of machine learning and artificial intelligence, where parameterisation refers to the process of defining hyperparameters and model parameters. The term is used identically across Portuguese-speaking regions and maintains consistency with international technical documentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
parameterizationparameter settingconfigurationcalibration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
parametrização
Standard term used in technical and academic contexts
Portugal
parametrização
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; widely used in European Portuguese academic literature
USA Technical English
parameterization
American English spelling without the 's'; commonly used in software development and mathematics

Related Words

parameterparameterizeparameterizedparametricconfigurationcalibrationtuning

Related Idioms & Phrases

fine-tuning parameters
parameter adjustment
setting up parameters
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