cpu (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌsiː piː ˈjuː/
Definition
The central processing unit, the primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing.
Examples
The speed of the CPU is a major factor in a computer's performance.
This new laptop has a much faster CPU than my old one.
Many modern CPUs include integrated graphics processors.
How to Use cpu
- CPU usage (collocation)
- The amount of processing power being used by the CPU. — "My computer is slow because of high CPU usage."
- CPU speed (collocation)
- How quickly the CPU can process instructions. — "The CPU speed is measured in gigahertz (GHz)."
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