HyperDic: number_cruncher

English > 2 senses of the expression number cruncher:
NOUNperson number crunchersomeone able to perform complex and lengthy calculations
artifactnumber crunchera computer capable of performing a large number of mathematical operations per second
English > number cruncher: 2 senses > noun 1, person
Meaningsomeone able to perform complex and lengthy calculations.
Broadercalculator, reckoner, figurer, estimator, computerAn expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines)
English > number cruncher: 2 senses > noun 2, artifact
MeaningA computer capable of performing a large number of mathematical operations per second.
Broadercomputer, computing machine, computing device, data processor, electronic computer, information processing systemA machine for performing calculations automatically

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