processor Meaning & Definition
What Does Processor Mean?
Processor is a noun that means A person or institution who processes things (foods, photos, applications, etc.). It can also mean A device which processes, which changes something (a computer processor, food processor, etc.).
Processor at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpɹəʊˌsɛsə(ɹ)// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | mainframe, central processing unit and central processor |
| Plural | processors |
Processor Definition (Noun)
- A person or institution who processes things (foods, photos, applications, etc.).
He is a loan processor with a bank.
- A device which processes, which changes something (a computer processor, food processor, etc.).
The food processor shredded the vegetables.
- A central processing unit.
This mainframe's processor is fast.
- A microprocessor.
This computer has two processors, but only one keyboard.
Synonyms of Processor
Processor synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Processor
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Processor in a Sentence
He is a loan processor with a bank.
The food processor shredded the vegetables.
This mainframe's processor is fast.
This computer has two processors, but only one keyboard.
Word Forms & Grammar
processor (plural processors)
Words That Rhyme With Processor
Origin of Processor
Recorded since 1909, from process + -or.
How to Pronounce Processor
The standard pronunciation of processor is //ˈpɹəʊˌsɛsə(ɹ)//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Processor
What part of speech is processor?
Processor is a noun.
What is another word for processor?
You can replace processor with words such as mainframe, central processing unit and central processor. See the full list of processor synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of processor?
The plural of processor is processors.