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calculateOne entry found. Main Entry: cal·cu·late Pronunciation: \ˈkal-kyə-ˌlāt\ Function: verb Inflected Form(s): cal·cu·lat·ed; cal·cu·lat·ing Etymology: Latin calculatus, past participle of calculare, from calculus pebble (used in reckoning), perhaps irregular diminutive of calc-, calx lime — more at chalk Date: 1570 transitive verb 1 a : to determine by mathematical processes <calculate the rate of acceleration> b : to reckon by exercise of practical judgment : estimate <calculate the likelihood of success> c : to solve or probe the meaning of : figure out <trying to calculate his expression — Hugh MacLennan>
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