high technology

noun

: scientific technology involving the production or use of advanced or sophisticated devices especially in the fields of electronics and computers

Examples of high technology in a Sentence

This region has become a center of high technology.
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Techniques vary from the artisanal to high technology or a combination of both as animation represents one of the default options for a new generation of creators. John Hopewell, Variety, 19 June 2026 It is made from conventional offshore components that already have high technology readiness levels. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 18 June 2026 Building Resilience By Turning Challenges Into Opportunities Paradoxically, in the world of high technology and available support, businesses need more resilient leaders. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026 These sanctions also prohibited foreign speculation in Iranian petroleum development, the export of high technology to Iran, and the import of a wide variety of Iranian products into the United States. Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high technology

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First Known Use

1964, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high technology was in 1964

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“High technology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20technology. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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high technology

noun
: technology involving complex devices (as electronics or computers)
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