adding machines

A form of adding machine — A simple mechanical or electromechanical calculator that performs simple calculations, such as addition or subtraction. It aids repetitive arithmetic, as compared with unaided human effort. It cannot do advanced functions like a scientific calculator can.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of adding machine
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