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.
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Arizona Autism Charter Schools offers a groundbreaking model for neurodiverse learners, while Urban Assembly Charter School for Computer Science in the Bronx pairs computer science instruction with real-world internships at top tech firms. Jeanne Allen, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 The majority of those students, 56 percent, studied in STEM fields, with 19 percent studying engineering and 25 percent pursuing degrees in math or computer science. Eliza Strickland, IEEE Spectrum, 14 July 2025 After notching significant gains since 2020, the rise of computer science majors came to a near standstill this year, other reports show, fueled by concerns that artificial intelligence is rapidly taking over jobs in the field. Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 12 July 2025 Doshi shared the engineer’s CV in a follow-up post, which listed multiple companies, work experience, and a master’s degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in computer science. Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 4 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for computer science

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of computer science was in 1961

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“Computer science.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/computer%20science. Accessed 27 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

computer science

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