tablet

• Существительное, обозначающее плоское портативное устройство с сенсорным экраном, используемое для вычислений, чтения или развлечений; или небольшой твёрдый кусочек лекарства.

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.

   Планшет

   • 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.

   Синонимыpadslatetab

2. Medicine formA2formalmedical

   A small, solid dose of medicine that is swallowed.

   Таблетка

   • 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.

   Синонимыcapsulepill

3. Stone or clay slabB2formal

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

   Табличка

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

   Синонимыplaqueplateslab