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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As a computer science major, Sanghi is excited to continue merging his interests in coding and climate. Joan Meiners, AZCentral.com, 6 July 2025 Those are primarily the professors in writing-heavy classes or computer science classes. Sean Illing, Vox, 5 July 2025 In fact, getting up and running is one of the biggest challenges in today’s AI era, according to Jules White, a computer science professor at Vanderbilt University. Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 July 2025 These majors combine biology, computer science, and statistics to prepare students for careers at the intersection of life sciences and AI. Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 30 June 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 15 Jul. 2025.

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computer science

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