Meaning Of The Word Heuristic

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heuristic
adjective: A heuristic method of learning involves discovery and problem-solving, using reasoning and past experience.

heuristic in American English
helping to discover or learn; specif., designating a method of education or of computer programming in which the pupil or machine proceeds along empirical lines, using rules of thumb, to find solutions or answers
adjective: serving to indicate or point out; stimulating interest as a means of furthering investigation
noun: a heuristic method of argument

heuristic in British English
adjective: helping to learn; guiding in discovery or investigation
noun: the science of heuristic procedure

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