Poisson distribution

/ˈpwɑˌsɑn ˈdɪstrəˈbjuʃən/
IPA guide

Definitions of Poisson distribution
  1. noun
    a theoretical distribution that is a good approximation to the binomial distribution when the probability is small and the number of trials is large
    see moresee less
    type of:
    distribution, statistical distribution
    (statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘Poisson distribution'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family