Estimator
noun
A person who makes calculations or assessments of value, quantity, or quality.
As an estimator, her job was to determine the costs before the project started.
Often appears as...
- cost estimator
- project estimator
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A mathematical function or tool used to calculate estimates based on sample data.
The software program acts as an estimator for analyzing survey data.
Often appears as...
- statistical estimator
- linear estimator
Usage tips
Technical
Academic
noun
A person who makes calculations or assessments of value, quantity, or quality.
As an estimator, her job was to determine the costs before the project started.
Often appears as...
- cost estimator
- project estimator
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A mathematical function or tool used to calculate estimates based on sample data.
The software program acts as an estimator for analyzing survey data.
Often appears as...
- statistical estimator
- linear estimator
Usage tips
Technical
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/1Context
Understanding the context in which an estimator operates can enhance clarity; for example, in construction, precision is crucial.
In finance, an estimator is often involved in budgeting, predicting costs, or financial forecasting.
Pro Tip 1/1Context
Understanding the context in which an estimator operates can enhance clarity; for example, in construction, precision is crucial.
In finance, an estimator is often involved in budgeting, predicting costs, or financial forecasting.
Pro Tip 1/1Context
Understanding the context in which an estimator operates can enhance clarity; for example, in construction, precision is crucial.
In finance, an estimator is often involved in budgeting, predicting costs, or financial forecasting.
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