Meaning & use
computer
An electronic device that processes data and performs tasks according to programmed instructions.
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She bought a new computer to handle the demanding video editing software.
The library offers free computer access for anyone who needs to search online.
A note on using this word
"Computer" once referred to a person who performed calculations by hand, before machines took over the role.
Words with a similar meaning
pcmachine
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