Meaning of the word reckoning in English
What does reckoning mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
reckoning
US /ˈrek.ən.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈrek.ən.ɪŋ/
Noun
1.
the action or process of calculating or estimating something
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By my reckoning, we should arrive in about an hour.
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The final reckoning of the costs was much higher than expected.
2.
a time when past mistakes or crimes must be punished or paid for
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The day of reckoning has finally arrived for the corrupt officials.
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There will be a reckoning for the damage caused to the environment.