abacus

(noun)

noun

1. a tablet placed horizontally on top of the capital of a column as an aid in supporting the architrave

Definition categories: man–made, tablet

2. a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves

Definition categories: man–made, calculator

Sentences with abacus as a noun:

- I've heard merchants still use an abacus for adding things up in China.