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Meaning of extrapolate in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪkˈstræpəˌleɪt/

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  1. Verb

    extrapolate

    Etymology

    late 19th century: from extra-‘outside’ + a shortened form of interpolate

    Definitions

    1. draw from specific cases for more general cases
  2. 2. estimate the value of
  3. 3. gain knowledge of (an area not known or experienced) by extrapolating

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