Definition of "reckoning" in English

verb

1. present participle and gerund of reckon

noun

1. The action of calculating or estimating something.

   • By that reckoning, it would take six weeks to go five miles.

2. An opinion or judgement.

   • day of reckoning

3. A summing up or appraisal.

4. The settlement of accounts, as between parties.

5. The working out of consequences or retribution for one's actions.

6. (archaic) The bill (UK) or check (US), especially at an inn or tavern.

7. (archaic) Rank or status.