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单词 computus
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Definition of computus in English:

computus

(also compotus)
noun kəmˈpjuːtəs
historical
  • 1A calculation, a reckoning; an account; a record of accounts. In later use frequently attributive.

  • 2A set of tables used in medieval times for calculating astronomical phenomena and the movable dates of the calendar; a calendar.

Origin

Mid 17th century. From post-classical Latin computus (also compotus) calculation, computation, calculation of Easter, calendar, chronology, account (frequently from 1086 in British sources) from classical Latin computāre.

Definition of computus in US English:

computus

(also compotus)
nounkəmˈpjuːtəs
historical
  • 1A calculation, a reckoning; an account; a record of accounts. In later use frequently attributive.

  • 2A set of tables used in medieval times for calculating astronomical phenomena and the movable dates of the calendar; a calendar.

Origin

Mid 17th century. From post-classical Latin computus (also compotus) calculation, computation, calculation of Easter, calendar, chronology, account (frequently from 1086 in British sources) from classical Latin computāre.

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