calculator

[ kal-kyuh-ley-ter ]

noun

1. a person who calculates or computes.
2. Also called calculating machine. a small electronic or mechanical device that performs calculations, requiring manual action for each individual operation.
3. a person who operates such a machine.
4. a set of tables that facilitates calculation.

calculator

/ ˈkælkjʊˌleɪtə /

noun

1. a device for performing mathematical calculations, esp an electronic device that can be held in the hand
2. a person or thing that calculates
3. a set of tables used as an aid to calculations

calculator

1. An electronic device for performing automatic mathematical computations, usually controlled by a keyboard. Some are actually small computers , with limited memory, that allow the user to use simple programs .

Other Words From

• mini·calcu·lator noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of calculator¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English, from Latin; calculate, -tor

Example Sentences

In 2022, the Pew Research Center released a calculator that allowed users to determine whether they were part of the middle class, based on income and local cost of living.

From Salon

To make tracking your diet easier, consider using a food calculator to measure how well your meals align with the four F's and microbiome friendly options.

From Salon

Credit Karma has a calculator to help you figure this out, and a better credit score means a lower PMI rate.

From Salon

Snap’s glasses can track a person’s hands, allowing users to pick up and assemble virtual Legos, swing a phantom golf club, draw with friends and punch numbers in a digital calculator.

From Los Angeles Times

Pensioners with a weekly income below £218.15 for a single person or £332.95 for a couple are being urged to use the DWP's online calculator to determine their eligibility for payments.

From BBC