spreadsheet

[spred-sheet] /ˈsprɛdˌʃit/
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.
Computers.
  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.
Also, spread sheet.
Origin
British Dictionary definitions for spread sheets

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
Word Origin and History for spread sheets

spreadsheet

n.

1982, from spread + sheet (n.).

spread sheets in Culture

spreadsheet definition


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.