Keywords: about, approximate, around (approximately), estimate

Sign Definition

As a Noun

1. A statement of the number, time or position of something which is a reasoned guess based on evidence when the exact answer is not known. English = estimate.

As a Verb or Adjective

1. To be close to the correct number of something, but not to be exact. English = (be) around, (be) about, (be) approximate.
2. To say or give a number, time, or position for something which is only a reasoned guess based on evidence because the exact answer is not known. English = estimate.

As Modifier

1. Used to modify a number sign to mean the exact number is not known. English = approximately.