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noun
An estimation made without good justification and often biased.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, derogatory, uncountable
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noun
Estimation based on guesses, usually for expedience or because no better method is available.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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History
Blend of guess + estimation.
