Meaning of the word aggregate in English

What does aggregate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

aggregate

US /ˈæɡ.rə.ɡət/
UK /ˈæɡ.rɪ.ɡət/
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Noun

a whole formed by combining several separate elements

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The company's profits are the aggregate of sales from all its divisions.
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The aggregate demand for goods and services has increased.

Verb

form or group into a class or cluster

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The data was aggregated from various sources.
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We need to aggregate these small reports into one comprehensive document.

Adjective

formed or calculated by the combination of many separate units or items; total

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The aggregate score was much higher than expected.
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We need to consider the aggregate effect of these policies.