spreadsheet

Or spread sheet

[spred-sheet]

noun

1. Accounting.,  a worksheet that is arranged in the manner of a mathematical matrix and contains a multicolumn analysis of related entries for easy reference on a single sheet.

2. Digital Technology.

   1. a type of software that offers the user a visual display of a simulated multicolumn worksheet and the means of using it especially for financial plans and budgets.

   2. a single document created with this software.

spreadsheet

/ ˈsprɛdˌʃiːt /

noun

1. a computer program that allows easy entry and manipulation of figures, equations, and text, used esp for financial planning and budgeting

spreadsheet

1. Table of data arranged in columns and rows often used in business and financial applications. Spreadsheet software programs are widely used computer applications that allow the user to organize large amounts of data.

Word History and Origins

Origin of spreadsheet¹

First recorded in 1905–10; spread + sheet ¹

Example Sentences

Included in the spreadsheet sent to several dozen donors was the home address, email address and phone numbers of Bruins football legend Troy Aikman.

From Los Angeles Times

County was cumbersome and time consuming and relied on spreadsheets, phone calls and daily emails to track inventory and get people shelter.

From Los Angeles Times

Carr has a spreadsheet of potential resident kittens always on her mind, so she’s eager to facilitate adoptions.

From Los Angeles Times

They have embellished those spreadsheet credentials with their deeds on the pitch too.

From BBC

Some of the others I have spoken to will be out and about before long, but are focused for now on touring the tearooms and attempting to fill their spreadsheets with the names of supporters.

From BBC

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