computer
US /kəmˈpjutɚ/
Definition
a machine for performing calculations automatically
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
My computer restarted unexpectedly while I was saving the file.
Word Family
Synonyms
- PCa small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time
- processora business engaged in processing agricultural products and preparing them for market
Collocations
- Easy learn basic computer typing skills in classto learn basic computer typing skills in class, meaning to gain knowledge or skills
- Medium upgrade outdated corporate desktop computer workstationsto upgrade outdated corporate desktop computer workstations, meaning to rate higher; raise in value or esteem
- Hard breakthrough quantum computer cryptographic security capabilitiesdescribing breakthrough quantum computer cryptographic security capabilities (a productive insight)
- Very Hard thwarted by the rigid computer says no responseto thwarted by the rigid computer says no response, meaning to hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
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