calculation

Definition of Calculation in English :

1. calculation, computation, computing

the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods

problem solving that involves numbers or quantities

3. calculation, deliberation

planning something carefully and intentionally

Example Sentences:
'it was the deliberation of his act that was insulting'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Calculation

noun

1.

the act, process, or result of calculating

2.

an estimation of probability; forecast

3.

careful planning or forethought, esp for selfish motives

noun

1.

the act or process of calculating

2.

something deduced by calculating; estimate; plan

3.

careful planning or forethought, esp. with selfish motives

n.

1.

a. The act, process, or result of calculating.

b. An estimate based on probabilities.

2. Careful, often cunning estimation and planning of likely outcomes, especially to advance one's own interests.