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/
Korean meaning: 사이에 끼워 넣다, 삽입하다
Korean pronunciation: 인**터**플레이트
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 facilitator interpolates a new chair between existing seats at the table
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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).
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“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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