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adjective
1.
capable of or made for performing calculations, especially arithmetical calculations: a calculating machine.
2.
shrewd; cautious: a wise and calculating lawyer.
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selfishly scheming: a cold and calculating dictator.
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Calculating
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
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verb (used with object)
1.
to determine or ascertain by mathematical methods; compute: to calculate the velocity of light.
2.
to determine by reasoning, common sense, or practical experience; estimate; evaluate; gauge.
3.
to make suitable or fit for a purpose; adapt (usually used passively and with an infinitive): His remarks were calculated to inspire our confidence.
4.
Chiefly Northern U.S.
a.
to think; guess.
b.
to intend; plan.
verb (used without object)
5.
to make a computation or form an estimate.
6.
to count or rely (usually followed by on or upon): They calculated on good weather.
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Word Origin & History
calculating
1710, "carrying out calculations," prp. adj. from calculate. Meaning "shrewdly or selfishly seeking advantage" is attested from c.1810.
EXPANDcalculate
1560s, "to compute, to estimate by mathematical means," from L. calculatus, pp. of calculare "to reckon, compute," from calculus (see calculus). Meaning "to plan, devise" is from 1650s. Replaced earlier calculen (mid-14c.), from O.Fr. calculer. Related: Calculable
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