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approximation n. [
estimate, estimation, idea] an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth; "an estimate of what it would cost"; "a rough idea how long it would take"
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approximation n. the quality of coming near to identity (especially close in quantity)
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approximation n. an imprecise or incomplete account; "newspapers gave only an approximation of the actual events"
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approximation n. [
bringing close together] the act of bringing near or bringing together especially the cut edges of tissue
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