noun

parameter

parameter, limit, guideline

We must stay within the parameters of the project.

We must stay within the parameters of the project.

Temperature is an important parameter in this experiment.

Temperature is an important parameter in this experiment.

((of sth.)) a parameter of (sth.) We must stay within the parameters of the project.

Synonyms: variable, limit, boundary, criterion

From Greek 'para-' (beside) + 'metron' (measure). A measure alongside something else.

Think of a 'perimeter' which sets the boundary. A 'parameter' sets the limits or rules for something.

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