supercomputer

noun
UK: /ˌsuːpəkəmˈpjuːtə/
US: /ˌsuːpərkəmˈpjuːtər/

  1. A very powerful computer that can perform complex calculations very quickly.

    1. The supercomputer is used for weather forecasting every day.
    2. Scientists are using a supercomputer to model climate change impacts on coastal regions.

  2. An extremely powerful computer used for data processing and scientific calculations.

    1. This lab has a new supercomputer to do science faster.
    2. Our university recently invested in a supercomputer to enhance research capabilities.

Synonyms

mainframe number cruncher

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "supercomputer" in English means: A very powerful computer that can perform complex calculations very quickly., An extremely powerful computer used for data processing and scientific calculations..

The phonetic transcription of "supercomputer" is /ˌsuːpəkəmˈpjuːtə/ in British English and /ˌsuːpərkəmˈpjuːtər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "supercomputer": mainframe, number cruncher.

Example usage of "supercomputer": "The supercomputer is used for weather forecasting every day.". More examples on the page.