calculating Meaning, Definition & Usage
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verb make a mathematical calculation or computation
cypher; compute; calculate; work out; reckon; cipher; figure.
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verb judge to be probable
calculate; figure; reckon; forecast; estimate; count on.
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verb keep an account of
account; calculate.
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verb predict in advance
calculate; forecast.
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verb specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public
aim; calculate; direct.
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verb have faith or confidence in
count; depend; look; reckon; bet; calculate.
- you can count on me to help you any time
- Look to your friends for support
- You can bet on that!
- Depend on your family in times of crisis
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adjective satellite used of persons
scheming; conniving; calculative; shrewd.
- the most calculating and selfish men in the community
WordNet
Cal"cu*la`ting adjective
Definitions
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Of or pertaining to mathematical calculations; performing or able to perform mathematical calculations. -
Given to contrivance or forethought; forecasting; scheming; as, a cool .calculating disposition
Cal"cu*la`ting noun
Definitions
The act or process of making mathematical computations or of estimating results.
