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/əˌpɹɑk.sɪˈmeɪ.ʃən/ noun C1
  1. The act, process or result of approximating, as (countable, uncountable)
  2. An imprecise solution or result that is adequate for a defined purpose. (countable, uncountable)
  3. The act of bringing together the edges of tissue to be sutured. (countable, uncountable)
  4. The act of producing a near-simulation of the pronunciation of a foreign language for a loanword therefrom, or any given pronunciation resulting from that act. (countable, uncountable)

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