computer science
Americannoun
noun
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Etymology
Origin of computer science
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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“I do this for a living and I’m pretty good at it and it’s hard,” says Hany Farid, digital-forensics expert and Dartmouth College professor of computer science.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
Isabella Wanningen, 22, a computer science student who worked on the energy functions of the car, said the vehicle's name encapsulated the team's hopes for the impact.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
She studied computer science at Mills College, then worked in tech consulting in the Bay Area and eventually became the CTO of an ag-tech company.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
"I feel optimistic about AI," said the graduating computer science and AI major.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Ali Burmidian was a professor of computer science at Tulane University, and ran the Masjid ar-Rahmah, a Muslim student association on campus.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
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