uncalculating
kyəˌleɪ adjective
1.
capable of or made for performing calculations, especially arithmetical calculations: a calculating machine.
2.
shrewd; cautious: a wise and calculating lawyer.
3.
selfishly scheming: a cold and calculating dictator.
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| —adj | |
| 1. | selfishly scheming |
| 2. | shrewd; cautious |
| 'calculatingly | |
| —adv | |
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calculating
1710, "carrying out calculations," prp. adj. from calculate. Meaning "shrewdly or selfishly seeking advantage" is attested from c.1810.
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