Calculator

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈkæl.kjÉ™.leɪ.tÉ™(r)/

Origin

calculate + -or

Full definition of calculator

Noun

1. A mechanical or electronic device that performs mathematical calculations.
2. (dated) A person who performs mathematical calculation
3. A person who calculates (in the sense of scheming).
4. (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

Derived terms

• electronic calculator
• pocket calculator

Related terms

• calculate