Abacus Definition & Meaning

abacus
noun
  1. a tablet placed horizontally on top of the capital of a column as an aid in supporting the architrave
  2. a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves

"Abacus" in song lyrics

See how abacus is used in real songs:

  • "Runnin emulation that I ported to my abacus"
    Devo Spice f/ Worm Quartet — Nothin' But a Geek Thang
  • "It's on and crackling, you can add it up on your abacus"
    Sway & King Tech f/ Ahmed, Black Spooks, Crooked I, — Anthem 7
  • "bibliography abacus"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "abacus"

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