parametric

/ˌpærəˈmɛtrɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or involving parameters, especially in mathematics, statistics, or design.
    • The architect used parametric design software to create a building with a unique shape.
    • In statistics, a parametric test assumes the data follows a certain distribution.
    • Parametric equations are used to describe curves in mathematics.
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