computer science

noun

: a branch of science that deals with the theory of computation or the design of computers

Examples of computer science in a Sentence

She has a degree in computer science.

Recent Examples on the Web

The personable Karty majored in computer science and has a mind for math. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026

Matthew Green, an associate professor of computer science at Johns Hopkins University Information Security Institute, is less optimistic. — IEEE Spectrum, 2 Nov. 2026

Nick Rosasio, who teaches computer science, used mirrors with a product called NeverWet to impress kids. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026

The company will also sponsor a computer science conference about the proof as part of this investigation, according to Williams. — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 27 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for computer science

• geoscience
• neuroscience
• noncompliance
• pseudoscience
• appliance
• compliance
• defiance
• reliance

Kids Definition

computer science

noun

: a branch of science that deals with the theory of computing or the design of computers