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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈkælkjəleɪtər/ · UK /ˈkælkjʊleɪtə/

calculator means: A small machine or computer tool that works out numbers for you.

noun

MATH DEVICEA2

A small machine or computer tool that works out numbers for you.

  • Use a calculator to add these numbers.
  • My calculator needs a new battery.
  • Are calculators allowed in the exam?

Common phrases: pocket calculator, scientific calculator, use a calculator

SCHEMING PERSONC2

A person who carefully plans how to gain an advantage, often by using other people.

  • He was a cold calculator.
  • She saw him as a calculator who used every friendship for personal gain.
  • The novel portrays its villain as a ruthless calculator.

Similar words: schemer, plotter, manipulator

Common phrases: cold calculator, cunning calculator

Questions about calculator

What does calculator mean?

A small machine or computer tool that works out numbers for you.

What is calculator in other languages?

Türkçe: hesap makinesi · Español: calculadora · Français: calculatrice · Deutsch: Taschenrechner · Italiano: calcolatrice · 日本語: 電卓

How do you pronounce calculator?

In American English /ˈkælkjəleɪtər/; in British English /ˈkælkjʊleɪtə/.

How do you use calculator in a sentence?

Use a calculator to add these numbers. My calculator needs a new battery.

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