Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calculator
Noun
/ˈkæl.kjʊ.leɪ.tər/
Definition
A calculator is an electronic device or tool used to perform mathematical calculations, ranging from simple arithmetic to complex equations.
Examples
- A basic calculator can help you with addition and subtraction.
- She used a scientific calculator to solve the algebraic equations.
- When faced with more complex calculations, he relied on his graphing calculator.
Meaning
The term ‘calculator’ refers to any device or software used to figure out numbers or perform mathematical operations.
Synonyms
- Compute
- Adder
- Counter
