approximation
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
An estimate or rough calculation that is close to the exact value but not perfectly precise.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Which word fits the gap? "Three point one four is a common _____ for pi."
Answer: approximation
In your own words, what does "approximation" mean?
An estimate or rough calculation that is close to the exact value but not perfectly precise.
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