computer

noun

com·​put·​er kəm-ˈpyü-tər 

often attributive

: one that computes

specifically : a programmable usually electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data

using a computer to design 3-D models

computerdom

kəm-ˈpyü-tər-dəm 

noun

computerless

kəm-ˈpyü-tər-ləs 

adjective

computerlike

kəm-ˈpyü-tər-ˌlīk 

adjective

Examples of computer in a Sentence

He works all day on a computer.

Recent Examples on the Web

Longtime Rivals Nvidia ascended to the top of the semiconductor industry after developers realized that its graphics processing units — technology popularized by computer gamers — were well-suited for training AI models. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 24 Aug. 2026

Business degrees in fields such as marketing and management are the most common, followed by computer and information sciences. — ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026

In its defense, Meta has claimed immunity under Section 230 of the Communications Act, which provides limited federal immunity to providers and users of interactive computer services. — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026

Two-time defending champion Carver had its 27-game winning streak come to an end with a 28-7 loss to Douglass, which was projected as a 12-point underdog by the computer Maxwell Ratings. — Chip Saye, AJC.com, 24 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

see compute entry 1

First Known Use

1613, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing computer

• analog computer
• computer science
• digital computer
• home computer
• hybrid computer
• laptop computer
• personal computer
• pre-computer
• quantum computer
• tablet computer

Rhymes for computer

• commuter
• polluter
• recruiter
• microcomputer
• minicomputer
• supercomputer
• neuter
• pewter
• router
• scooter
• shooter
• suitor

Kids Definition

computer

noun

com·​put·​er -ˈpyüt-ər 

: one that computes

especially : a programmable usually electronic machine that can store, get back again, and work with data