Tablet: meaning, definitions and examples

Duplicate entry.

A general term for any machine or tool, particularly electronic ones, that accomplish specific tasks. This word is more formal and can be applied in various contexts, including technical discussions.

• The students were instructed to turn on their learning devices.
• Wearable devices are becoming increasingly popular.

Often refers to small, innovative, and possibly unusual electronic or mechanical devices, typically used to make tasks easier or for novelty purposes. This word can sometimes carry a playful or light-hearted connotation.

• He has a kitchen drawer full of cooking gadgets.
• This new gadget can translate languages in real-time.

A less common term specifically referring to a tablet-like device, often used in combination with 'notepad' for writing or drawing electronically. It's also the term for a soft underlay used for protection or support in many contexts.

• She sketched her designs on a digital pad.
• He used a pad to jot down quick notes.

This term is broadly used in medical contexts to describe a small, flat, and often round or oval form of medication. It is versatile and can be used both in formal or informal conversations.

• She took a tablet for her headache.

This term is commonly used in everyday conversations to describe small, round, solid forms of medication. It is the most generic and widely understood term among the general public.

• Don't forget to take your pill after dinner.

This word is specifically used to describe a smoothly-coated, oval-shaped pill designed to be easier to swallow. It is often used in more formal descriptions or packaging of medications.

• The doctor recommended taking a caplet instead of a regular pill due to its easier swallowing.

This is a general term used to refer to any medicine or drug used to treat or prevent disease. It is best used in broader, formal, or medical discussions.

• He is on new medication for his blood pressure.