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 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

Among this generation’s finest is a 20-year-old computer science and fashion design student named Chidi Obialo, or heavensouls. — Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 26 Oct. 2026

The mathematics and computer science graduate, who spent two years in the Peace Corps, launched Netflix by mailing DVDs in red envelopes to customers bothered by Blockbuster Video chain’s practices and late fees. — Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026

The child studying English was met with loving lament, while the one pursuing computer science at Stanford University was the flag post of family pride. — Kamau Bobb october 21, Literary Hub, 21 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