B1nouneducationtechnology
US/ˈkæl.kjə.leɪ.tər/
UK/ˈkæl.kjə.leɪ.tə/
a small electronic device or app used for doing sums
In context
You can use a calculator in the maths exam.
I used the calculator on my phone to split the bill.
The bank's website has a loan calculator for monthly payments.
Words that go with calculator
noun + noun
- pocket calculatorMy father still uses an old pocket calculator.
- loan calculatorTry the loan calculator before you borrow.
- calculator appOpen the calculator app on your phone.
adjective + noun
- scientific calculatorStudents need a scientific calculator for physics.
verb + noun
- use a calculatorYou may use a calculator for this question.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Can I borrow your computer to do this sum?Correct: Can I borrow your calculator to do this sum?