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Raredecile
The correct spelling is decile.
How to pronounce decile
noun
IPA: [ˈdiːsaɪɫ]
Say it like: Des-ile
The correct spelling is decile. Any of the values in a series that divides the distribution of individuals in that series into ten groups of equal frequency. For example: "Although few people scored high marks, everyone did quite well—the lowest decile was over 50%."
Usage Examples
“Although few people scored high marks, everyone did quite well—the lowest decile was over 50%.”
“Our school is in the top decile for exam results.”
Definition
noun
- 1.Any of the values in a series that divides the distribution of individuals in that series into ten groups of equal frequency.
- 2.Any one of the ten subsets or groups so divided.
- 3.An aspect or position of two planets when they are distant from each other a tenth part of the zodiac.
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