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ready reckoner
ready reckoner n (Mathematics) a table of numbers used to facilitate simple calculations, esp one for applying rates of discount, interest, charging, etc, to different sums ReckonerA small book of assorted tables that was mainly used by store owners who did not want to take the time to do the necessary arithmetic, or by those who did not know how to do the calculations. Included were tables such as interest amount vs. time and rate, board dimensions vs. board feet, and cistern capacity vs. cistern dimensions.ThesaurusNoun | 1. | ready reckoner - a handbook of tables used to facilitate computationreckonerenchiridion, handbook, vade mecum - a concise reference book providing specific information about a subject or location | Translations
ready reckoner
Synonyms for ready reckonernoun a handbook of tables used to facilitate computationSynonymsRelated Words- enchiridion
- handbook
- vade mecum
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