Noun	1.	number cruncher - someone able to perform complex and lengthy calculations calculator, estimator, figurer, reckoner, computer - an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines)
	2.	number cruncher - a computer capable of performing a large number of mathematical operations per second computer, computing device, computing machine, data processor, electronic computer, information processing system - a machine for performing calculations automatically

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