ábaco

Portuguese

/ˈa.ba.ku/, /ˈa.ba.ko/, /ˈa.bɐ.ku/

noun
Definitions
  • abacus instrument for performing arithmetical calculations by sliding balls on wires, or counters in grooves

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin abacus (abacus, board, panel, counting board) derived from Ancient Greek ἄβαξ (board, board covered with sand, a calculation board covered with sand, calculating, board slab, counting board, board for drawing, plate, dice-board, board covered with sand for drawing) derived from Hebrew (modern) אבק (dust).

Origin

Hebrew (Modern Ashkenazic)

אבק

Gloss

dust

Concept
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Person/Thing

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