cpu

cpu

noun, often capitalized C&P&U \ˌsē-(ˌ)pē-ˈyü\

Definition of CPU

: the component of a computer system that performs the basic operations (as processing data) of the system, that exchanges data with the system's memory or peripherals, and that manages the system's other components —called also processor

Origin of CPU

central processing unit

First Known Use: 1962

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