Meaning of calculation in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    calculation

    Etymology

    late Middle English: via Old French from late Latin calculatio(n-), from the verb calculare (see calculate)

    Definitions

    1. the procedure of calculating

    Examples

    • « determining something by mathematical or logical methods »

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  2. 2. problem solving that involves numbers or quantities

    Derived terms

  3. 3. planning something carefully and intentionally

    Examples

    • « it was the deliberation of his act that was insulting »

    Derived terms

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