abac
|a-bac|
C2
/ˈeɪbæk/
ancient counting device
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abac' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abacus', where 'abac-' meant 'a counting board'.
Historical Evolution
'abacus' transformed into the Old French word 'abac', and eventually became the modern English word 'abac'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a counting board', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a type of ancient counting device'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of ancient counting device, similar to an abacus.
The merchant used an abac to tally his goods.
Synonyms
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