Tabulate
/ˈtæbjʊˌleɪt/noun
To arrange data in a table or systematic form.
Did you know?The root of 'tabulate' can be traced back to Latin ‘tabula’, meaning a wooden tablet used for ancient inscriptions, linking it to the concept of recording and ritualistic knowledge.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
tabula
“A flat board or plank, often used as a writing surface.”
Late Latin
Late Latin
tabulatus
“To furnish with a table or to arrange in a systematic order.”
Medieval Latin
Medieval Latin
tabulatus
“To set down in a table or to organize data.”
16th Century
English
tabulate
“To arrange in tables, especially for statistical or mathematical purposes.”
Modern English
English
tabulate
“To record or organize data in a tabular format.”
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