Meaning of the word tablets in English

What does tablets mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tablets

US /ˈtæbləts/
UK /ˈtæbləts/

Plural Noun

1.

small, solid doses of medicine, typically round or oval, that are swallowed whole

Example:
The doctor prescribed pain-relieving tablets.
Take two tablets with water every four hours.
2.

flat slabs of stone, clay, or wood used for inscriptions or writing

Example:
Ancient civilizations used clay tablets to record their history.
The Ten Commandments were inscribed on stone tablets.
3.

portable personal computers, typically larger than a smartphone and operated by a touchscreen

Example:
Many students use tablets for their schoolwork and reading.
She bought a new graphic tablet for her digital art.
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