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   estimation

   /ˌɛstɪˈmeɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. a rough calculation of the value, number, quantity, or extent of something: "estimations of protein concentrations" Similar estimaterough calculationapproximationeducated/informed guessrough guessevaluationassessmentappraisalinformal:guesstimate
   • 2. a judgement of the worth or character of someone or something: "the pop star rose in my estimation" Similar assessmentevaluationjudgementgaugingratingappraisalesteemopinionviewanalysis

   Word Origin late Middle English (originally in the sense ‘comprehension, intuition’, also ‘valuing, a valuation’): from Latin aestimatio(n-), from aestimare ‘determine, appraise’ (see estimate).

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   What is estimation theory in statistics?

   • In statistics, an estimator is the formal name for the rule by which an estimate is calculated from data, and estimation theory deals with finding estimates with good properties. This process is used in signal processing, for approximating an unobserved signal on the basis of an observed signal containing noise.

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   What does estimate mean?

   • An estimate is also a statement of the likely cost of building something or doing some other work. We estimated his wealth at $500 million. [ + (that) clause ] Doctors estimate (that) he has a 70 percent chance of recovering. estimate how much/many We should be able to estimate how many customers we will have each month.

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   What is a noun estimation?

   • The noun estimation refers to a judgment of the qualities of something or someone. In your estimation no boy will be good enough for your daughter. He could be the kindest and smartest person on the planet and you'd still find fault. The noun estimation has its Latin roots in aestimare, meaning "to value."

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   What is an estimation of a person or situation?

   • Your estimation of a person or situation is the opinion or impression that you have formed about them. He has gone down considerably in my estimation. He was the best player on the pitch in his manager's estimation. An estimation is an approximate calculation of a quantity or value.

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   noun. a judgment of the qualities of something or somebody. “in my estimation the boy is innocent”. synonyms: estimate. see more. an expert estimation of the quality, quantity, and other characteristics of someone or something.

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