■ verb
1》 determine mathematically.
2》 ( ~ on ) include as an essential element in one's plans.
3》 intend (an action) to have a particular effect.
4》 US dialect suppose.
Derivatives
calculative adjective
Origin
ME: from late L. calculat- , calculare 'count', from calculus 'a small pebble (as used on an abacus)'.