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abacus

/ˈæb.ə.kəs/

Translations

abacusnoun

abacuses

/ˈæb.ə.kəs/

The teacher showed the students how to use the abacus to solve basic math problems.

L'enseignant a montré aux élèves comment utiliser un abaque pour résoudre des problèmes de mathématiques élémentaires.

Additional translations

abaqueterme d’architecture

Synonyms

counting frame

calculating tool

counting board

abacusadjective

/ˈæb.ə.kəs/

Used attributively to qualify nouns relating to abacus-based calculation or devices.

Additional translations

abaciquerare, technique

abacusnoun

A manual calculating device consisting of a frame holding parallel rods strung with movable counters, used for arithmetic calculations.

The teacher showed the students how to use the abacus to solve basic math problems.

A flat slab forming the uppermost member or division of the capital of a column.

The architect admired the intricate design of the abacus atop the ancient column.

abacusadjective

Relating to or involving an abacus or abacus-based calculation.

Abacus skills can greatly improve mental arithmetic speed.