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1. (n.) calculus
a method of calculation, esp. one of several highly systematic methods of treating problems by a special system of algebraic notations, as differential or integral calculus.
2. calculus
a stone, or concretion, formed in the gallbladder, kidney, or other part of the body.
3. calculus
a hard, yellowish to brownish black deposit on teeth formed largely through the calcification of dental plaque; tartar.
4. calculus
calculation:
the calculus of political appeal.
Etymology: (1610–20; < L: pebble, small stone (used in reckoning) )
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) calculus, concretion
a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body
"renal calculi can be very painful"
2. (noun) tartar, calculus, tophus
an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums
3. (noun) calculus, infinitesimal calculus
the branch of mathematics that is concerned with limits and with the differentiation and integration of functions
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1. (noun) calculus
any solid concretion, formed in any part of the body, but most frequent in the organs that act as reservoirs, and in the passages connected with them; as, biliary calculi; urinary calculi, etc
2. (noun) calculus
a method of computation; any process of reasoning by the use of symbols; any branch of mathematics that may involve calculation
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