heuristics
/hjuˈɹɪstɪks/ · noun
Meaning
- A heuristic method.
- The art of applying heuristic methods.
- A technique designed for solving a problem when classic methods are too slow or fail to find any exact solution.
- The study of heuristic methods and principles.
- Heuristic methods and approaches considered collectively.
- (by extension) Simple, efficient rules which people often use to form judgments and make decisions.
- (by extension) Experience-based methods used to reduce the need for calculations pertaining to equipment size, performance, or operating conditions.
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