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adding machine

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Noun1.adding machineadding machine - a calculator that performs simple arithmetic functions
totaliser, totalizer
calculating machine, calculator - a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations
cash register, register - a cashbox with an adding machine to register transactions; used in shops to add up the bill
Translations
adding machine [ˈædɪŋ-] n → calculadora
adding machine [ˈædɪŋ-] n → machine f à calculer
adding machine [ˈædɪŋ-] n → Addiermaschine f
adding machine [ˈædɪŋ-] n → addizionatrice f


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