Word: APPROXIMATION
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Definition of APPROXIMATION
- The act, process or result of approximating.
- An imprecise solution or result that is adequate for a defined purpose.
- The act of bringing together the edges of tissue to be sutured.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
📜 Word Pattern Notes
Often formed by appending the Latin suffix "-tio" (yielding "-tion"), creating a noun of action or state from a verb stem.
🗣️ Example Sentences
- • "Understanding the exact meaning of "approximation" can significantly improve your writing style."
- • "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "approximation" in early literature."
💡 Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
Contains the letter "X", one of the rarest and highest scoring tiles in Scrabble, carrying a base value of up to 10 points.
🎯 Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Keep this word in mind when holding the high-scoring tiles. Landing the premium consonant on a Double/Triple Letter score increases efficiency.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 26 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 26 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | ✓ Valid | 30 pts |
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🔗 Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing APPROXIMATION:
- # the approximation effect
- # master of approximation
- # playing with approximation
- # in terms of approximation
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