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5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, February 16, 2019 · 46-Down
Appeared in 2 New York Times Crosswords between April 2010 and February 2019.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 16, 2019 · 46-Down · 5 letters
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a calculator that performs arithmetic functions by manually sliding counters on rods or in grooves
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