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approx

adj.
ap·prox
  1. 1 estimated (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Informal Technical

    Stands for approximate. It describes a number or amount that is close to the real one but not exact.

    Abbreviation for approximate. Used as an attributive adjective to indicate that a following noun represents an estimation.

    Example

    The approx. cost of the repairs will be around two hundred dollars.

    Example

    The contractor provided an approx. figure for the renovation, though he warned that material costs might fluctuate before the start date.

    Usage

    Usually written with a period (approx.) when used as an adjective before a noun.

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