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adverb
- 1. used to show that something is almost, but not completely, accurate or exact; roughly: "a journey of approximately two hours"
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APPROXIMATELY definition: 1. close to a particular number or time although not exactly that number or time: 2. close to a…. Learn more.
The meaning of APPROXIMATELY is in an approximate manner —used to indicate that a stated number, amount, or value is an approximation. How to use approximately in a sentence.
close to a particular number or time although not exactly that number or time: In December, the company reduced its workforce by approximately 5%. It will take approximately two weeks to collect the data. (Definition of approximately from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of approximately.
Approximately definition: about; roughly; more or less. See examples of APPROXIMATELY used in a sentence.
Approximately is close to a particular time, measurement, or number — but it's not exact. If you plan to meet a friend at approximately 2:00, it will be okay if you are a bit early or late.
1. To come close to; be nearly the same as: This meat substitute approximates the real thing. 2. To bring near. 3. To bring together, as cut edges of tissue. v.intr. To come near or close, as in degree, nature, or quality.
Definition of 'approximately' Word Frequency. approximately in British English. (əˈprɒksɪmɪtlɪ ) adverb. close to; around; roughly or in the region of. Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers. Examples of 'approximately' in a sentence. approximately.
