microcomputer

noun
UK: /ˌmaɪ.krəʊ.kəmˈpjuː.tər/
US: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.kəmˈpjuː.tər/

  1. A small, relatively inexpensive computer with a microprocessor as its central processing unit.

    1. My first microcomputer was a gift from my parents.
    2. The business upgraded to a network of microcomputer based systems to improve efficiency.

  2. A desktop computer or personal computer, contrasted with larger systems.

    1. The office replaced all the typewriters with a microcomputer.
    2. Many students now bring a microcomputer to class for note-taking and research.

Synonyms

personal computer pc

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "microcomputer" in English means: A small, relatively inexpensive computer with a microprocessor as its central processing unit., A desktop computer or personal computer, contrasted with larger systems..

The phonetic transcription of "microcomputer" is /ˌmaɪ.krəʊ.kəmˈpjuː.tər/ in British English and /ˌmaɪ.kroʊ.kəmˈpjuː.tər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "microcomputer": personal computer, pc.

Example usage of "microcomputer": "My first microcomputer was a gift from my parents.". More examples on the page.