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Definition estimate in British English

estimate noun

[countable] noun
/ˈestɪmət/

▪ accurate, conservative, realistic, reliable, rough

1

an amount that you guess or calculate using the information available

Example

According to official estimates, over 25% of carbon emissions come from the United States.

Example

It is difficult to obtain an accurate estimate of how many tigers are left.

Example

The figure mentioned is just a rough estimate.

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2

a statement telling a customer how much money you will charge if they employ you to do a particular piece of work

Example

Can you give us an estimate for the repairs to the roof?

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Definition estimate in British English