sampling

1. The process or technique of obtaining a representative sample. (countable, uncountable)
2. A sample. (countable)
3. The analysis of a group by determining the characteristics of a significant percentage of its members chosen at random. (countable, uncountable)
4. The measurement, at regular intervals, of the amplitude of a varying waveform in order to convert it to digital form. (countable, uncountable)
5. The electronic splicing of pieces of previously recorded sound as part of a composition, especially as part of hip-hop or electronic dance music. (countable, uncountable)

Plural samplings