Definify.com

Webster 1913 Edition


Approximation

Ap-proxˊi-ma′tion

.
Noun.
[Cf. F.
approximation
, LL.
approximatio
.]
1.
The act of approximating; a drawing, advancing or being near; approach; also, the result of approximating.
The largest capacity and the most noble dispositions are but an
approximation
to the proper standard and true symmetry of human nature.
I. Taylor.
2.
An approach to a correct estimate, calculation, or conception, or to a given quantity, quality, etc.
3.
(Math.)
(a)
A continual approach or coming nearer to a result;
as, to solve an equation by
approximation
.
(b)
A value that is nearly but not exactly correct.

Webster 1828 Edition


Approximation

APPROXIMA'TION

, n.
1.
Approach; a drawing, moving or advancing near.
2.
In arithmetic and algebra, a continual approach or coming nearer and nearer to a root or other quantity, without being able perhaps ever to arrive at it.
3.
In medicine, communication of disease by contact.
4.
A mode of cure by transplanting a disease into an animal or vegetable by immediate contact.

Definition 2024


approximation

approximation

English

Noun

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.

Translations

Derived terms

  • approximation problem
  • approximation property
  • approximation theory

See also


French

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ap.ʁɔk.si.mas.jɔ̃/

Noun

approximation f (plural approximations)

  1. approximation; an imprecise solution.