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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

approximating

/ˌæprɪksɪˈmeɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does approximating mean?

verb

To make an estimate or approximation of something, often by using available data or information.

Example

"The engineer was approximating the weight of the building to determine the required foundation."

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