Primitive calculators Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, September 22, 1997 · 15-Across
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Monday, September 22, 1997.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · September 22, 1997 · 15-Across · 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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