calculator
noun
Simple meaning
A small machine that is used for mathematical calculations.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkælkjəleɪtɚ
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Definition
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noun
A small machine that is used for mathematical calculations; can be mechanical or electronic
A mechanical or electronic device that performs mathematical calculations; sometimes, an electronic one specifically.
A person who calculates (in the sense of scheming).
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B1 · Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Varies by meaning
More ways to use calculator
- “I used my calculator to quickly figure out the total cost.”noun
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A calculator small enough to hold in the hand or carry in a pocket.
A calculator small enough to hold in the hand or carry in a pocket.
Related Words
Connected to the same idea, not synonyms.
- converternoun
- lcdnoun
- arithmeticnoun
- calculationnoun
- handheldadjective
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Synonyms
Sense: small machine that is used for mathematical calculations
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