Definitions

computer

[kuhm-pyoo-ter] / kəmˈpyu tər /

NOUN

data processing machine

Synonyms

STRONGEST

PC data processor desktop computer personal computer

STRONG

CPU central processing unit device handheld computer laptop machine mainframe micro microcomputer mini minicomputer notebook notebook computer processor tablet

WEAK

abacus artificial intelligence brain electronic brain number cruncher thinking machine

Example Sentences

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From Slate • May 14, 2026

The ONS said the boost to the services sector in the first three months of the year was driven in particular by strong performance in wholesale, computer programming and advertising.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Instead, Simmons and his team recreated the processes using advanced computer simulations.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2026

“Whatever it is, it’s a computer, monitor and banner,” said Carman, who described Lu as a community volunteer rather than a spy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

“That’s what I thought,” he said as he unplugged his tablet from the main computer and tucked it in his bag.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

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