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estimate

The correct spelling is estimate.

How to pronounce estimate

/ˈɛstɨmɨt/
noun

IPA: /ˈɛstɨmɨt/

Say it like: Est-ima-te

The correct spelling is estimate. A rough calculation or assessment of the value, size, or cost of something.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A rough calculation or assessment of the value, size, or cost of something.
  2. 2.(construction and business) A document (or verbal notification) specifying how much a job is likely to cost.
  3. 3.An upper limitation on some positive quantity.

verb

  1. 1.To calculate roughly, often from imperfect data.
  2. 2.To judge and form an opinion of the value of, from imperfect data.

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