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computer
What does computer mean?
computer (noun): 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.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
How do you pronounce computer?
/kəmˈpjutɚ/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
Where does computer come from?
From compute + -er.
Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Words related to computer
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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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
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