computer

/kəmˈpjutɚ/
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An electronic machine that stores and works with information.

Examples

  • I wrote the letter on my computer.
  • The school has new computers.
  • Please turn off the computer before you leave.
  • She works at a computer all day.
  • Can this computer play videos?

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PC

Meanings

Electronic information machine

noun
technology
neutral
An electronic machine that stores and processes information and runs programs.

Examples

  • I wrote the letter on my computer.
  • The school has new computers.
  • Please turn off the computer before you leave.
  • Can this computer play videos?
  • She works at a computer all day.

Similar words

Etymology

FAQ

What is a computer?

It is an electronic machine that processes and stores information.

Is a laptop a computer?

Yes. A laptop is a portable computer.

Is computer countable?

Yes. You can say one computer or several computers.

What can a computer do?

It can run programs, store files, and help people work or communicate.

What is the difference between a computer and its screen?

The screen displays information; the computer processes and stores it.

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