Rough figure is a term used to describe an ESTIMATE or approximation of a number. It can be used in many contexts, such as when estimating the cost of a project or the amount of time it will take to complete a task. The crossword solutions for this term are ESTIMATE (8 letters), OGRE (4 letters), and BALLPARKFIGURE (14 letters). ESTIMATE is a verb meaning to form an opinion or calculation about something based on incomplete information. OGRE is a mythical creature often depicted as a large, hideous, and monstrous humanoid. BALLPARKFIGURE is a phrase used to describe an ESTIMATE that is close to the actual value.