transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈkal-kyə-ˌlāt ]
verb
( -lat·ed ; -lat·ing )
Etymology: Latin calculatus, past participle of calculare, from calculus pebble (used in reckoning), perhaps irregular diminutive of calc-, calx lime — more at chalk
Date: 1570
transitive verb
1.
a. : to determine by mathematical processes
calculate the rate of acceleration
b. : to reckon by exercise of practical judgment : estimate
calculate the likelihood of success
c. : to solve or probe the meaning of : figure out
trying to calculate his expression — Hugh MacLennan
2. : to design or adapt for a purpose
he carefully calculated the timing of his arrival for maximum impact
3.
a. : to judge to be true or probable
b. : intend
I calculate to do it or perish in the attempt — Mark Twain
intransitive verb
1.
a. : to make a calculation
b. : to forecast consequences
2. : count , rely