definition of
estimate

[1] #1 estimate v. [gauge, approximate, guess, judge] judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time); "I estimate this chicken to weigh three pounds". wn

[2] #2 estimate n. [estimation, approximation, 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". wn

[3] #3 estimate v. [calculate, reckon, count on, figure, forecast] judge to be probable. wn

[4] #4 estimate n. [estimation] a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody; "many factors are involved in any estimate of human life"; "in my estimation the boy is innocent". wn

[5] #5 estimate n. [appraisal, estimation] a document appraising the value of something (as for insurance or taxation). wn