Extrapolate Definition
ĭk-străpə-lāt
extrapolated, extrapolates, extrapolating
verb
extrapolated, extrapolates, extrapolating
To infer or estimate by extending or projecting known information.
American Heritage
To estimate or infer (a value, quantity, etc. beyond the known range) on the basis of certain variables within the known range, from which the estimated value is assumed to follow.
Webster's New World
To arrive at (conclusions or results) by hypothesizing from known facts or observations.
Webster's New World
To speculate as to consequences on the basis of (known facts or observations)
Webster's New World
To engage in the process of extrapolating.
American Heritage
Synonyms:
Origin of Extrapolate
extra– (inter)polate
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
From extra + (inter)polate
From Wiktionary
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