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noun Computers.
the time required for a computer to translate symbolic computer language into machine-language instructions.
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How to use assembly time in a sentence

  • As the tryout sheets were handed out, the seniors left the room for it was nearly assembly time.

    Janet Hardy in Hollywood|Ruthe S. Wheeler
  • However, it was at Geneva, and it was very dull except at Assembly time, or when the Council were in session.

    Mystery at Geneva|Rose Macaulay
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