rabdology (Meaning)
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rabdology (n.)
The method or art of performing arithmetical operations by means of Napier's bones. See Napier's bones.
Synonyms & Antonyms of rabdology
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rabdology Sentence Examples
- Rabdology is an ancient method of performing arithmetic using rods or counters.
- The concept of rabdology was first introduced by John Napier in the 16th century.
- Rabdology is based on the principle of repeated doubling and halving.
- Rabdomancy rods are a type of divining rod used in rabdology.
- Rabdologists used rods marked with logarithms to simplify multiplication and division.
- Rabdology rods were also used for calculating square roots and other mathematical operations.
- Rabdology played a significant role in the development of modern mathematics.
- Despite its simplicity, rabdology can perform complex calculations with great accuracy.
- Rabdology is still used today by some mathematicians and hobbyists.
- The principles of rabdology have found applications in computer science and other fields.
FAQs About the word rabdology
The method or art of performing arithmetical operations by means of Napier's bones. See Napier's bones.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Rabdology is an ancient method of performing arithmetic using rods or counters.
The concept of rabdology was first introduced by John Napier in the 16th century.
Rabdology is based on the principle of repeated doubling and halving.
Rabdomancy rods are a type of divining rod used in rabdology.
