English > processor: 3 senses > noun 3, artifact| Meaning | (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing. |
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| Synonyms | central processing unit, CPU, C.P.U., central processor, mainframe |
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| Category | computer science, computing | The branch of engineering science that studies (with the aid of computers) computable processes and structures |
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| Part of | computer, computing machine, computing device, data processor, electronic computer, information processing system | A machine for performing calculations automatically |
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| Parts | CPU board, mother board | The main circuit board for a computer |
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| Broader | electronic equipment | equipment that involves the controlled conduction of electrons (especially in a gas or vacuum or semiconductor) |
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| hardware, computer hardware | (computer science) the mechanical, magnetic, electronic, and electrical components making up a computer system |
| Spanish | CPU, procesador, UCP, unidad central de procesamiento, unidad central de proceso |
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| Catalan | processador, UCP, unitat central de processament |
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| Verbs | process | perform mathematical and logical operations on (data) according to programmed instructions in order to obtain the required information |
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