IN MATH: 1. v. logically approximate the size, cost, etc. 2. n. the approximation. EX. In your estimate of area you didn't consider that little square. You will have to estimate the area again.

IN ENGLISH: 1. as defined above.

APPLICATION: See list 0.

1. Estimate:
a) 9.98 x 6.02
b) The enclosed area.

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