cal·cu·la·tor (k l ky -l  tr)n. 1. One that calculates, as: a. An electronic or mechanical device for the performance of mathematical computations. b. A person who operates such a machine or otherwise makes calculations. 2. A set of mathematical tables used to aid in calculating. |
calculator
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a small electronic device for doing mathematical calculations
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| Noun | 1. |  calculator - an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines)expert - a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully adder - a person who adds numbers number cruncher - someone able to perform complex and lengthy calculations actuary, statistician - someone versed in the collection and interpretation of numerical data (especially someone who uses statistics to calculate insurance premiums) subtracter - a person who subtracts numbers |
| 2. |  calculator - a small machine that is used for mathematical calculationsabacus - a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves adder - a machine that adds numbers hand calculator, pocket calculator - a calculator small enough to hold in the hand or carry in a pocket machine - any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks Napier's bones, Napier's rods - a set of graduated rods formerly used to do multiplication and division by a method invented by John Napier quipu - calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords; used by ancient Peruvians for calculating and keeping records subtracter - a machine that subtracts numbers |
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