approximation
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/əˌprɑːk.sɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/
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/əˌprɒk.sɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/
nearly correct value
Etymology
'approximation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'approximare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'proximus' meant 'nearest.'
'approximare' transformed into the French word 'approximation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'approximation' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to come near to,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a value or quantity that is nearly correct.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a value or quantity that is nearly but not exactly correct.
The approximation of the distance was close enough for our purposes.
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Noun 2
the act or process of estimating or calculating something roughly.
The approximation of the cost was necessary before starting the project.
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