Monte Carlo

adjective

Mon·te Car·lo ˌmän-tē-ˈkär-(ˌ)lō

: of, relating to, or involving the use of random sampling techniques and often the use of computer simulation to obtain approximate solutions to mathematical or physical problems especially in terms of a range of values each of which has a calculated probability of being the solution

Monte Carlo calculations

Word History

Etymology

Monte Carlo, Monaco, famous for its gambling casino

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of Monte Carlo was in 1949

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“Monte Carlo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Monte%20Carlo. Accessed 23 Mar. 2023.

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Geographical Definition

Monte Carlo

geographical name

Mon·te Car·lo ˌmän-tē-ˈkär-(ˌ)lō

ˌmȯn-tā-

commune in Monaco bordering on France and the Mediterranean Sea population 14,586

Note: Monte Carlo is a resort known for its casino.

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