Clustering
Clustering is the process or result of grouping similar items together, whether in nature, computation, or human activity. The term spans multiple disciplines, each with distinct meanings and methods.
Meanings
- Clustering (data science) — partitioning data points into groups based on similarity, without predefined labels
- Clustering (astronomy) — gravitational associations of stars, galaxies, or other celestial objects
- Clustering (biology) — the spatial aggregation of organisms, cells, or molecules
- Clustering (linguistics) — the grouping of sounds or linguistic features that share properties
- Clustering (urban planning) — the concentration of businesses, settlements, or services in particular locations
- Clustering (chemistry) — the formation of small aggregate structures from atoms or ions
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