Definitions

1. noun

A small, flat, portable computer with a touch screen and a rechargeable battery, used for browsing the internet, checking email, and running apps.

“She uses her tablet to watch movies during her daily commute.”

2. noun

A small, usually flat, medicinal preparation, especially one that is taken orally and dissolved in the mouth.

“The patient was prescribed a tablet of antibiotics to help with the infection.”

3. noun

A flat, thin piece of material, especially one used in writing or drawing.

“He used a tablet of paper to sketch the beautiful landscape.”

4. noun

A flat, thin plate of stone, metal, or other material used for writing or drawing, especially one used in ancient times.

“The archaeologist discovered an ancient tablet with hieroglyphics on it.”

5. verb

To flatten or make something flat and smooth.

“The farmer tablet the soil to prepare it for planting.”

6. verb

To make or shape something into a flat, thin sheet or plate.

“The chef tablet the dough to make a flatbread.”