data

/ˈdeɪtə/

noun

noun: data

1. facts and statistics collected together for reference or analysis.

   "there is very little data available"

   synonyms:

   facts, figures, statistics, details, particulars, specifics, features; More information, evidence, intelligence, material, background, input; proof, fuel, ammunition; statement, report, return, dossier, file, documentation, archive(s); informalinfo, dope, low-down, deets; informalgen "there is a lack of data on the drug's effect on humans"

   • the quantities, characters, or symbols on which operations are performed by a computer, which may be stored and transmitted in the form of electrical signals and recorded on magnetic, optical, or mechanical recording media.
   • Philosophy

     things known or assumed as facts, making the basis of reasoning or calculation.