figure on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To account for or rely on a particular fact or notion; to calculate (something) using a set of facts.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Tính đến hoặc dựa vào một sự thật hoặc ý tưởng
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I'll figure on nine people for lunch tomorrow.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To plan or expect (something).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “figure on” mean?
To account for or rely on a particular fact or notion; to calculate (something) using a set of facts.
Is “figure on” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.