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Approximation Definition & Meaning

approximation
noun
  1. an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth; "an estimate of what it would cost"; "a rough idea how long it would take"
  2. the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity)
  3. an imprecise or incomplete account; "newspapers gave only an approximation of the actual events"
  4. the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue

"Approximation" in song lyrics

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  • "successive approximation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cricothyroid approximation"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does approximation mean?
an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth; "an estimate of what it would cost"; "a rough idea how long it would take" the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity) an imprecise or incomplete account; "newspapers gave only an approximation of the actual events" the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue
What part of speech is approximation?
Approximation is a noun.
How many definitions does approximation have?
Approximation has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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