v. ex·trap·o·lat·ed, ex·trap·o·lat·ing, ex·trap·o·lates v.tr. 1. To infer or estimate by extending or projecting known information. 2. Mathematics To estimate (a value of a variable outside a known range) from values within a known range by assuming that the estimated value follows logically from the known values. v.intr. To engage in the process of extrapolating. [EXTRA- + (INTER)POLATE.] ex·trap′o·lation n. ex·trapo·la′tive adj. ex·trapo·la′tor n. |
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