Calculary

/ˈkælkjʊˌlɛri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or used for calculation; suitable for performing mathematical computations.

Etymology

From Latin calcularius, from calculare. This term was more common in early modern English and has largely fallen out of use, replaced by more modern terms like 'computational.'

Kelly Says

Calculary is a wonderful example of 'obsolete vocabulary'—it was a perfectly good technical term that gradually disappeared as English developed newer, more intuitive alternatives like 'computational' and 'mathematical.'

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