English noun: microprocessor | |||
1. | microprocessor (artifact) integrated circuit semiconductor chip that performs the bulk of the processing and controls the parts of a system | ||
Samples | A microprocessor functions as the central processing unit of a microcomputer. A disk drive contains a microprocessor to handle the internal functions of the drive. | ||
Broader (hypernym) | chip, micro chip, microchip, microprocessor chip, silicon chip | ||
Part meronym | microcomputer, PC, personal computer | ||