time series
[/taɪm ˈsɪriz/]
nounpl: time series
série temporal
1. A sequence of data points indexed in time order, typically used in statistics and data analysis to track changes over a period
The economist analyzed the time series of stock prices to predict future trends.
O economista analisou a série temporal dos preços das ações para prever tendências futuras.
2. In statistics, a sequence of measurements or observations recorded at successive points in time, often at regular intervals
The temperature time series showed a clear seasonal pattern throughout the year.
A série temporal de temperatura mostrou um padrão sazonal claro ao longo do ano.
3. Data collected repeatedly from the same source or subject over time, used for forecasting and trend analysis
The company used historical sales time series to forecast next quarter's revenue.
A empresa usou a série temporal histórica de vendas para prever a receita do próximo trimestre.
The term 'time series' is widely used in both English-speaking and Brazilian Portuguese-speaking academic and business contexts, particularly in economics, finance, and data science fields. In Brazil, 'série temporal' is the standard technical term taught in universities and used in professional settings. The concept gained prominence with the rise of big data analytics and financial modeling.
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