Word of the Day - Extrapolate

[debodun]

Extrapolate (verb) - extend the application of a method or conclusion (especially one based on statistics), to an unknown situation by assuming that existing trends will continue or similar methods will be applicable.

Climate trends can be extrapolated from historical weather patterns.

 

[Nemo2]

"When you're setting up the Font I want it REAL big - extra-polate."

 

[Matrix]

”Every planet is unique in its own right, and we cannot extrapolate the observations made on one planet to exactly understand a different planet.“

 

[1955]

Understanding this word goes a long way towards a successful retirement.