Computer

Quick meaning: Computer is a noun meaning (originally; now rare; chiefly historical) A person employed to perform computations; one who computes.

Meaning

(originally; now rare; chiefly historical) A person employed to perform computations; one who computes.

More Meanings

1. (intransitive) To use a computer.
2. (transitive) To send via computer.
3. (transitive) To transfer onto a computer; to computerize.
4. A programmable electronic device that performs mathematical calculations and logical operations, especially one that can process, store and retrieve large amounts of data very quickly; now especially, a small one for personal or home use employed for manipulating text or graphics, accessing the Internet, or playing games or media.

Example Sentences

David is a computer expert.

Janet works at the computer store.

Meronyms: processor, microprocessor, CPU

I spend around 6 hours a day at the computer.

Word Forms

• computers
• computor
• computering
• computered

Synonyms for computer

Depending on context, synonyms include box, calculator, machine, computator, reckoner, estimator.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include calculator, figurer, reckoner, estimator, informatics, supercomputer.

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