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Noun: number cruncher
  1. Someone able to perform complex and lengthy calculations
     
  2. A computer capable of performing a large number of mathematical operations per second

Derived forms: number crunchers

Type of: calculator, computer, computing device, computing machine, data processor, electronic computer, estimator, figurer, information processing system, reckoner

Encyclopedia: Number cruncher