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SUBTRACTER
Pronunciation (US): | (GB): |
I. (noun)
Sense 1
Meaning:
A machine that subtracts numbers
Classified under:
Nouns denoting man-made objects
Hypernyms ("subtracter" is a kind of...):
calculating machine; calculator (a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations; can be mechanical or electronic)
Sense 2
Meaning:
A person who subtracts numbers
Classified under:
Hypernyms ("subtracter" is a kind of...):
calculator; computer; estimator; figurer; reckoner (an expert at calculation (or at operating calculating machines))