the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
ad. With approximation; so as to approximate; nearly.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
In an approximate manner; by approximation; nearly; closely.
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ad. (of quantities) imprecise but fairly close to correct
Word Usage
"We continued to expect the global CRM market to grow at a mid single digit rate, which we define as approximately 4% to 6% growth on a constant currency basis."