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Calculate Definition & Meaning

calculate
verb
  1. make a mathematical calculation or computation
  2. judge to be probable
  3. keep an account of
  4. predict in advance
  5. specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public
  6. have faith or confidence in; "you can count on me to help you any time"; "Look to your friends for support"; "You can bet on that!"; "Depend on your family in times of crisis"

"Calculate" in song lyrics

See how calculate is used in real songs:

  • "Like these here drunken little archers missed one of they calculate"
    Aesop Rock — The Yes and the Y'all
  • "You god damn right, too deep to calculate"
    Copywrite — Holier Than Thou
  • "And ehm - I calculate"
    DJ Pooh f/ Mista Grimm — Grow Room

Usage tips for "calculate"

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Frequently asked questions

What does calculate mean?
make a mathematical calculation or computation judge to be probable keep an account of predict in advance specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public have faith or confidence in; "you can count on me to help you any time"; "Look to your friends for support"; "You can bet on that!"; "Depend on your family in times of crisis"
What part of speech is calculate?
Calculate is a verb.
How many definitions does calculate have?
Calculate has 6 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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