compute

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Verb compute has 1 sense

calculate, cipher, cypher, compute, work out, reckon, figure - make a mathematical calculation or computation
--₁ is one way to reason

Derived forms: noun computation₂, noun computation₁, noun computer₂, noun computer₁
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Term: Compute

Definition:

Compute is a verb that refers to the process of performing calculations or mathematical operations using a computer or electronic device.

Senses:

Popular: To determine or calculate a result using mathematical operations or algorithms.
Local: To estimate or make an educated guess about something.

Example Sentences:

Popular:

She used a spreadsheet to compute the total expenses for the month.
The computer will compute the answer to the complex equation in seconds.
The software can compute large datasets efficiently.

Local:

Based on his experience, he could compute the approximate cost of the project.
I can compute the number of people attending the event based on the RSVPs.
They tried to compute the value of the antique before selling it.

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