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reckoning

Pronunciation: /ˈɹɛkənɪŋ/

The English word “reckoning” has 7 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. The action of calculating or estimating something.
  2. An opinion or judgement.
  3. A summing up or appraisal.
  4. The settlement of accounts, as between parties.
  5. The working out of consequences or retribution for one's actions.
  6. The bill (UK) or check (US), especially at an inn or tavern.
  7. Rank or status.

Etymology

Gerund of the verb reckon, from reckon + -ing. Compare Dutch rekening, German Rechnung.

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