electronic computer in English
- electronic computer⇄electronic computer,computer (def. 1).
electronic computer in Marathi मराठी
Electronic Computer
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk kəmˈpjuːtər/ (British English)
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑːnɪk kəmˈpjuːtɚ/ (American English)
Definitions
- A computing device that uses electronic circuits, typically involving transistors or vacuum tubes, to perform calculations and process data.
- An advanced digital system that executes instructions and processes information electronically.
Usage Examples
- The first general-purpose electronic computer, ENIAC, was developed in the 1940s.
- Modern laptops and desktops are based on electronic computer technology.
- Electronic computers revolutionized scientific research and business operations.
Etymology
Derived from "electronic," meaning related to electricity and circuits, and "computer," from the Latin "computare," meaning to calculate.
Synonyms
- Digital computer
- Processing unit
- Computing machine
Antonyms
- Mechanical computer
- Analog computer
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Computadora electrónica | /komputaˈðoɾa elekˈtɾonika/ |
| French | Ordinateur électronique | /ɔʁdinatœʁ elɛktʁɔnik/ |
| Hindi | इलेक्ट्रॉनिक कंप्यूटर | /ilekṭrāṇik kampyūṭar/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 电子计算机 | /diànzǐ jìsuànjī/ |
| Russian | Электронный компьютер | /elektrónnyy kompʲutɛr/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɑːnɪk kəmˈpjuːtɚ/
- British English: /ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk kəmˈpjuːtər/
- Indian English: Similar to British pronunciation with slight variations.
Historical Usage
The first electronic computers were developed in the mid-20th century, starting with ENIAC in 1945. They replaced earlier mechanical computing devices and led to the modern era of digital computing.
Cultural Nuances
In many regions, the term "electronic computer" has become obsolete, as all modern computers rely on electronic circuits. However, it is still used in historical and technical discussions.
More Information
Electronic computers form the backbone of modern digital infrastructure, influencing fields such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and quantum computing.