| NOUN | artifact | calculating machine, calculator | a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations |
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| Meaning | A small machine that is used for mathematical calculations. | |
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| Synonym | calculator | |
| Narrower | 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 |
| abacus | A calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves | |
| adder | A machine that adds numbers | |
| adding machine, totalizer, totaliser | A calculator that performs simple arithmetic functions | |
| counter, tabulator | A calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens | |
| hand calculator, pocket calculator | A calculator small enough to hold in the hand or carry in a pocket | |
| quipu | calculator consisting of a cord with attached cords | |
| subtracter | A machine that subtracts numbers | |
| Broader | machine | Any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks |
| Spanish | calculadora, calculador | |
| Catalan | calculadora | |
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