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assumption
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An assumption is a guess or belief about something without having enough information to know if it is true. In maths or science: something assumed to be true in order to build an argument or calculation.
You shouldn't make the assumption that guns are only a problem in big cities.
To calculate the age of a rock we make the assumption that the rate of radioactive decay is constant.
fee
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A fee is the money you pay for some kinds of services, such as legal advice, education, or club membership.
School fees have increased again this year.
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(law) An inheritable estate in land held of a feudal lord in return for certain services.
He held his lands in fee of the Earl of Chester.