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regression line vs curve

curve vs regression line

regression line and curve both are nouns.

regression line is not a verb while curve is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
regression line Yes No No No
curve Yes No Yes No
As nouns, curve is a hypernym of regression line; that is, curve is a word with a broader meaning than regression line:
  • regression line: a smooth curve fitted to the set of paired data in regression analysis; for linear regression the curve is a straight line
  • curve: a line on a graph representing data
regression line (noun) curve (noun)
a smooth curve fitted to the set of paired data in regression analysis; for linear regression the curve is a straight line a pitch of a baseball that is thrown with spin so that its path curves as it approaches the batter
curved segment (of a road or river or railroad track etc.)
the property possessed by the curving of a line or surface
a line on a graph representing data
the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes
regression line (verb) curve (verb)
form a curl, curve, or kink
turn sharply; change direction abruptly
form an arch or curve
bend or cause to bend
extend in curves and turns
Difference between regression line and curve

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