Explanation of terms of grey clustering evaluation models

Abstract

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present the terms of grey clustering evaluation models. Design/methodology/approach The definitions of basic terms about grey clustering evaluation models are presented one by one. Findings The reader could know the basic explanation about the important terms about various grey clustering evaluation models from this paper. Practical implications Many of the authors’ colleagues thought that unified definitions of key terms would be beneficial for both the readers and the authors. Originality/value It is a fundamental work to standardise all the definitions of terms for a new discipline. It is also propitious to spread and universal of grey system theory.