to a first approximation

Meaning

to a first approximation

Used to indicate that a statement, though not necessarily entirely accurate or without exceptions, is good enough for basic or preliminary purposes; more or less; basically.

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Words in the phrase

to a first approximation

Close letter words and terms

to a fare you well to a fault to a fine fare-thee-well to a great extent to a greater degree to a greater extent