processor
A machine, device, or software program that performs a series of operations on data or materials to change them into a specific form. In computing, it specifically refers to the central unit that carries out instructions, while in industry, it refers to a person or company that treats or prepares products.
Exemplos
3 de 5My food processor makes chopping vegetables for the soup much faster and more efficient.
My food processor makes chopping vegetables for the soup much faster and more efficient.
The technical specifications indicate that the server's central processor can handle millions of requests per second.
The technical specifications indicate that the server's central processor can handle millions of requests per second.
My phone is getting really laggy; I think the processor is just too old for these new apps.
My phone is getting really laggy; I think the processor is just too old for these new apps.
Sinônimos
Antônimos
Família de palavras
Dica de memorização
Think of the suffix '-or' as 'the one who does.' A processor is 'the one who processes.'
Quiz rápido
The speed of the _______ determines how quickly the computer can perform complex calculations.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: a
Exemplos
My food processor makes chopping vegetables for the soup much faster and more efficient.
everydayMy food processor makes chopping vegetables for the soup much faster and more efficient.
The technical specifications indicate that the server's central processor can handle millions of requests per second.
formalThe technical specifications indicate that the server's central processor can handle millions of requests per second.
My phone is getting really laggy; I think the processor is just too old for these new apps.
informalMy phone is getting really laggy; I think the processor is just too old for these new apps.
The study utilized a specialized graphics processor to render high-resolution 3D models of the tectonic plates.
academicThe study utilized a specialized graphics processor to render high-resolution 3D models of the tectonic plates.
We are currently looking for a new payment processor to reduce the transaction fees on our e-commerce site.
businessWe are currently looking for a new payment processor to reduce the transaction fees on our e-commerce site.
Sinônimos
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Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
graphics processor
graphics processor
data processor
data processor
batch processor
batch processor
Frequentemente confundido com
A 'process' is a series of actions or steps taken to achieve an end, whereas a 'processor' is the actual entity or machine that performs those steps.
Notas de uso
While commonly used to refer to a computer's CPU, the word can also describe household appliances (food processor) or business entities that handle paperwork or payments.
Erros comuns
Learners often use 'processing' (the action) when they mean 'processor' (the device). Ensure you use the '-or' suffix when referring to the agent or machine.
Dica de memorização
Think of the suffix '-or' as 'the one who does.' A processor is 'the one who processes.'
Origem da palavra
Derived from the Latin 'procedere' (to go forward), combined with the English agent suffix '-or.'
Padrões gramaticais
Quiz rápido
The speed of the _______ determines how quickly the computer can perform complex calculations.
Correto!
A resposta correta é: a
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