CALCULATOR

calculator, calculating machine

(noun) a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations; can be mechanical or electronic

calculator, reckoner, figurer, estimator, computer

(noun) an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines)

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Noun

calculator (plural calculators)

A mechanical or electronic device that performs mathematical calculations.

(dated) A person who performs mathematical calculation

A person who calculates (in the sense of scheming).

(obsolete) A set of mathematical tables.

Synonyms

• (electronic device): electronic calculator, pocket calculator

• (mechanical device): adding machine

• (person who performs mathematical calculations): computer (dated)

• (person who schemes): plotter, schemer

• (mathematical tables): ready reckoner, tables

Source: Wiktionary

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Cal"cu*la*tor, n. Etym: [L.: cf. F. calculateur.]

Definition: One who computes or reckons: one who estimates or considers the force and effect of causes, with a view to form a correct estimate of the effects. Ambition is no exact calculator. Burke.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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