interpolate — to insert something between other things or into the middle of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to insert something between other things or into the middle of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈtɜːrpəleɪt/
Example Sentences
- The chef had to interpolate a new recipe when he ran out of the main ingredient halfway through cooking.
- Engineers interpolate missing measurements to complete the bridge design calculations.
- My GPS tried to interpolate my location, but ended up directing me to a corn field instead of the mall.
interpolate
VERB[/ɪnˈtɜːrpəleɪt/]
to insert something between other things or into the middle of something
The archivist tried to interpolate a missing paragraph into the ancient manuscript.
Calculate to interpolate, regulate to perfection!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'interpolatus', the past participle of 'interpolare', meaning to refurbish, alter, or insert. The prefix 'inter-' means 'between' and 'polatus' relates to 'polire' (to polish or alter).
Breakdown
inter- (between) + -polate (from Latin polire, to polish/alter) = interpolate
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📝Examples
“The chef had to interpolate a new recipe when he ran out of the main ingredient halfway through cooking.”
“Engineers interpolate missing measurements to complete the bridge design calculations.”
“My GPS tried to interpolate my location, but ended up directing me to a corn field instead of the mall.”
“The statistician interpolated the missing census data using advanced algorithms.”
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