USB

American  

abbreviation

Computers.

1. universal serial bus: an external serial bus interface standard for connecting peripheral devices to a computer, as in a or .

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USB British  

abbreviation

1. Universal Serial Bus: a standard for connection sockets on computers and other electronic equipment

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Etymology

Origin of USB

First recorded in 1995

Example Sentences

Sitting in his home with other family members and a reporter, Al-Saadi brought out hard drives, USB sticks and a laptop with dozens of files from security cameras.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

"Just as a USB adapter allows devices with different connectors to work together, Floquet magnons could bridge frequencies that would otherwise remain incompatible."

From Science Daily • Mar. 27, 2026

In other words, BitGo provides custody and wallet services, storing digital assets securely through the use of private keys and hardware wallets similar to USB drives, for holders of Bitcoin and other cryptos.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

But 10 days later, one came, containing both praise and a considered critique - the original USB stick taped neatly to the personalised stationery bearing the broadcaster's name.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

He patted a USB stick in his pocket, wondering if what he had planned was a good idea after all.

From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon