overclocking

/ (ˌəʊvəˈklɒkɪŋ) /

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noun

the practice of modifying a computer (esp with a cooling system) to allow its processors to run at greater speeds than the manufacturer intended

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Derived forms of overclocking

overclocker, nounoverclock, verb

Words nearby overclocking

overcertify, overcharge, overcheck, overclass, overclock, overclocking, overclothes, overcloud, overcoat, overcoating, overcoil

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