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Guesswork Definition & Meaning

guesswork
noun
  1. an estimate based on little or no information

"Guesswork" in song lyrics

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  • "Absolute phony they posin, at best it's guesswork"
    DJ JS-1 f/ Tonedeff — Last to Know

Usage tips for "guesswork"

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Frequently asked questions

What does guesswork mean?
an estimate based on little or no information
What part of speech is guesswork?
Guesswork is a noun.

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