microcomputer

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   A computer designed around a microprocessor, smaller than a minicomputer or a mainframe.

   In recent years, it had become the hallmark of the scientist, much as the stethoscope was that of the physician and the microcomputer that of the statistician.

2. 2
   noun

   a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time

3. 3
   noun

   A microprocessor that is based on a single chip.

Etymology

From micro- + computer. First use appears c. 1956. See cite below.