workstation (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈwɜːrkˌsteɪʃən/
Definition
A computer designed for professional or technical use, typically featuring high performance and advanced graphics capabilities, often used for tasks like CAD, video editing, or scientific simulations.
Examples
The engineering firm invested in high-end workstations for its design team.
This workstation can handle multiple demanding applications simultaneously.
He prefers a dedicated workstation over a standard laptop for his video editing work.
How to Use workstation
- high-performance workstation (collocation)
- A workstation that is very powerful and capable. — "The company purchased several high-performance workstations for its research department."
- dedicated workstation (collocation)
- A workstation used exclusively for a specific purpose or task. — "For serious gaming, a dedicated workstation is often better than a general-purpose PC."
- workstation computer (collocation)
- Emphasizes that it is a type of computer. — "He upgraded his workstation computer to handle the latest software."
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