approximation

noun (approximation, approximations)

«approximation» in the English dictionary: everyday and in Jewish tradition — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

A value or answer that is close to the exact one but not exactly right. tree →
Something that is like something else but not exactly the same. tree →

In the lessons

In maths, an approximation is a rounded or estimated number: π ≈ 3.14. In science, measurements are approximations. Phrases: «a rough approximation», «a good approximation».

Examples

3.14 is an approximation of pi. tree →
Give an approximation to the nearest ten. tree →
My drawing is an approximation of the castle. tree →
1,000 is a rough approximation of 987. tree →
The map is only an approximation of the coast. tree →
Scientists gave an approximation of the dinosaur's weight. tree →

Note

Symbol for «approximately equal to»: ≈. In maths problems, an approximation is good for checking but the exact answer may be wanted.

In Jewish tradition

In maths, an approximation is a rounded or estimated number: π ≈ 3.14. In science, measurements are approximations. Phrases: «a rough approximation», «a good approximation».

Note

Symbol for «approximately equal to»: ≈. In maths problems, an approximation is good for checking but the exact answer may be wanted.

On Mova

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