computers
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pluralof computer.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
computernouna programmable electronic device designed to accept data, perform prescribed mathematical and logical operations at high speed, and display the results of these operations. Mainframes, desktop and laptop computers, tablets, and smartphones are some of the different types of computers.
Example Sentences
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And a court heard when Sodexo took over, and when staff in the safer custody team arrived, they found some computers in their office had been taken, as they were leased by Serco.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
Such materials could eventually support quantum computers, highly secure communication systems, advanced sensors, and new energy technologies.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 8, 2026
Zigzagging between robots, weapons and computers in his garage workshop, Ukrainian engineer Eduard Trotsenko was bubbling with excitement as he showed off his latest prototypes and dreamed of sci-fi-inspired futuristic ideas.
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
The message said somebody—or something—was using Tor, a network of computers that lets people use the internet anonymously.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
She yanked me backward again, but this time it was to one of the abandoned computers.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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