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 news quickly spread as yet another harbinger of AI’s promise—or threat—of outpacing humans to become a dominant, disruptive force in math and computer science. — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026

Designed for film, design, and computer science students handling massive workloads, the Lexar Armor 700 packs an impressive 4TB of storage into a rugged, pocket-sized drive. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 5 Aug. 2026

These include computer science and cyber operations engineering, software engineering, data analytics and bioinformatics. — Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026

LinkedIn's analysis also places Princeton first in its engineering and computer science cut — ahead of schools whose entire brand identity is built on those fields, including MIT and Caltech. — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 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