threshold

threshold: 1. The minimum value of a signal that can be detected by the system or sensor under consideration. (188) 2. A value used to denote predetermined levels, such as those pertaining to volume of message storage, i.e., in-transit storage or queue storage, used in a message switching center. (188) 3. The minimum value of the parameter used to activate a device. (188) 4. The minimum value a stimulus may have to create a desired effect.

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