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approximate [ə′präk·sə·mət (adjective)orə′präk·sə‚māt (verb)]
(mathematics) To obtain a result that is not exact but is near enough to the correct result for some specified purpose. To obtain a series of results approaching the correct result. (science and technology) Close to the correct value. Abbreviated approx. To be close to. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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