tablet
Translation
tablet, pill, pad
Examples
I use my tablet to read books.
I use my tablet to read books.
Take one tablet with water.
Take one tablet with water.
Ancient laws were written on stone tablets.
Ancient laws were written on stone tablets.
Grammar Patterns
a/the tablet ((noun)) a small, flat object She bought a new tablet yesterday.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (computer) pad, slate; (pill) pill, capsule
Etymology
From Old French 'tablete', a diminutive of 'table'. It refers to a small, flat surface.
Memory Tips
Imagine a small 'table' you can hold in your hand, whether for writing, medicine, or browsing the web.