Definition of Extrapolation

1. Noun. (mathematics) calculation of the value of a function outside the range of known values.

Generic synonyms: Calculation, Computation, Figuring, Reckoning
Category relationships: Math, Mathematics, Maths
Derivative terms: Extrapolate

2. Noun. An inference about the future (or about some hypothetical situation) based on known facts and observations.
Generic synonyms: Illation, Inference
Derivative terms: Extrapolate, Extrapolate

Definition of Extrapolation

1. Noun. (mathematics) A calculation of an estimate of the value of some function outside the range of known values. ¹

2. Noun. An inference about some hypothetical situation based on known facts. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Extrapolation

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Extrapolation

extraperitoneal
extraperitoneal fascia
extrapetiolar stipule
extraphysical
extraphysiologic
extrapineal pinealoma
extraplacental
extraplanar
extraplanetary
extrapleural pneumothorax
extrapolar
extrapolate
extrapolated
extrapolates
extrapolating
extrapolation (current term)
extrapolations
extrapolative
extrapolator
extrapolators
extraposition
extrapositions
extraprofessional
extraprostatic
extraprovincial
extrapsychic
extrapulmonary
extrapyramidal
extrapyramidal cerebral palsy
extrapyramidal disease

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