tablet

• Ein flaches, tragbares Gerät mit Touchscreen für Computerarbeit, Lesen oder Unterhaltung; oder eine kleine feste Arzneimittelform zum Schlucken.

A noun referring to a flat, portable device with a touchscreen, used for computing, reading, or entertainment; or a small, solid piece of medicine.

1. Electronic deviceA2formal

   A portable computing device with a touchscreen display, larger than a smartphone but smaller than a laptop.

   Tablet

   • She uses a tablet to read e-books.
   • The children play educational games on their tablets.
   • He bought a new tablet for taking notes in class.

   Synonymepadslatetab

2. Medicine formA2formalmedical

   A small, solid dose of medicine that is swallowed.

   Tablette

   • The doctor prescribed a tablet for her headache.
   • Take one tablet with water after each meal.
   • These tablets should be stored in a cool, dry place.

   Synonymecapsulepill

3. Stone or clay slabB2formal

   A flat, thin piece of stone, clay, or wood used for writing or drawing.

   Schrifttafel

   • Ancient scribes wrote on clay tablets.
   • The museum displayed a stone tablet with cuneiform script.
   • Archaeologists discovered a tablet inscribed with laws.

   Synonymeplaqueplateslab