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regressing

The correct spelling is regressing.

How to pronounce regressing

verb

Say it like: Reg-res-sin-g

The correct spelling is regressing. To move backwards to an earlier stage; to devolve. For example: "When we regress Y on X, we use the values of variable X to predict those of Y."

Usage Examples

When we regress Y on X, we use the values of variable X to predict those of Y.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To move backwards to an earlier stage; to devolve.
  2. 2.To move from east to west.
  3. 3.To perform a regression on an explanatory variable.

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