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computer
noun, com·put·er often attributive \kəm-ˈpyü-tər\
: an electronic machine that can store and work with large amounts of information
Full Definition of COMPUTER
: one that computes; specifically : a programmable usually electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data
— com·put·er·dom \-dəm\ noun
— com·put·er·less \-ləs\ adjective
— com·put·er·like \-ˌlīk\ adjective
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First Known Use of COMPUTER
1646
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COMPUTER Defined for Kids
computer
noun com·put·er \kəm-ˈpyü-tər\
Definition of COMPUTER for Kids
: an automatic electronic machine that can store and process data
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