approximation

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Translations 1.2.2 Derived terms 1.2.3 See also 2 French 2.1 Pronunciation 2.2 Noun

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[edit] Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -eɪʃǝn

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approximation (plural approximations)

1. The act, process or result of approximating.
2. (mathematics) An imprecise solution or result that is adequate for a defined purpose.
3. (medicine) The act of bringing together the edges of tissue to be sutured.

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• approximation problem
• approximation property
• approximation theory

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• Interpolation

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[edit] French

[edit] Pronunciation

• IPA: /ap.ʁɔk.si.mas.jɔ̃/ X-SAMPA: /ap.ROk.si.mas.jO~/

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approximation f. (plural approximations)

1. approximation; an imprecise solution.