figuring
nounUK /ˈfɪɡərɪŋ/
US /ˈfɪɡjərɪŋ/
Figuring is the act of working something out with your brain.
Figuring out the puzzle took her ten minutes.
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2. The process of calculating an amount or number.
The figuring of the final bill took all afternoon.
3. Decorative patterns or shapes on a surface.
The fabric had a pretty figuring of flowers.
4. The act of appearing in or being included in something.
His figuring in the race results surprised everyone.