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speculation

spec·u·la·tion [ spèkyə láysh'n ] (plural spec·u·la·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. opinion based on incomplete information: a conclusion, theory, or opinion based on incomplete facts or information

2. reasoning based on incomplete information: reasoning based on incomplete facts or information
mere speculation

3. risky transaction: a financial transaction that involves risk, but is potentially profitable
a failed speculation on a dot-com

4. making of risky transactions: the practice of engaging in financial transactions that are risky, but potentially profitable

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