for those who care

precise is an absolute measure ie .005 inches
accurate is a percentage reference ie .005 inches per foot

ergo it would be imprecise to describe a language as inaccurate

Ottoaprentice wordsmint


"Arch" wrote in message
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Will, be careful. I think you got it right, but you might get your nose
tweaked for saying "precise" if you meant "accurate". I did once and I
still don't understand the difference. Or care! I think it has to do
with repeatability. Maybe somebody will set both of us 'cynics' straight
(ie.without curves or angles) G)


Turn to Safety, Arch
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