tablet

Middle English

/ˈtab(ə)lət(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • A tablet, especially an easily carried one for writing on.
  • (Biblical) The Ten Commandments in physical form handed down from heaven.
  • A level surface for painting or working upon.
  • A piece of jewellery with a level portion present.
  • (rare) A marble slab utilised as tiling.
  • (rare) A tablet or pill for medication.

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French tablete affix from Middle English table.

Origin

Middle English

table

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