hindcast

noun, verb — 2 senses

hindcast

noun

Etymology Blend of hind + forecast.

1

Mathematics, Sciences A test of a mathematical model by using data from a past event.

hindcast

verb

Etymology Blend of hind + forecast.

1

To test a mathematical model by using data from a past event.

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hindcasting

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