Approximation meaning

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The act, process, or result of approximating.
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(mathematics) An inexact result adequate for a given purpose.
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The act or state of approximating, or coming close.
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A calculation, assessment, etc. intended to be no more than approximately accurate; rough estimate.
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The act, process or result of approximating.
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(mathematics) An imprecise solution or result that is adequate for a defined purpose.
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(medicine) The act of bringing together the edges of tissue to be sutured.
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Approximation Sentence Examples

  • The approximation was mutual.

  • Equation (44) shows that as a first approximation.

  • The result is an approximation, for inequalities of the ground bounded by the two contours have not been considered.

  • The approximation to square roots in Hero has been the subject of papers too numerous to mention.

  • A much better approximation to the heat of combustion of such substances is obtained by deducting the oxygen together with the amount of carbon necessary to form C02, and then ascertaining the amount of heat produced by the residual carbon and hydrogen.

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