The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CALCULATOR
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The straight part
We know that "Electronic device" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case electronic device = calculator.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does CALCULATOR mean?
CALCULATOR noun- A mechanical or electronic device that performs mathematical calculations.
- A person who performs mathematical calculation
- A person who calculates (in the sense of scheming).
- A set of mathematical tables.