processor

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   The part of a computer that performs most of the calculations and runs programs.

   The laptop has a fast processor and plenty of memory.

2. 2
   noun

   A machine or device that prepares or changes something, such as a food processor.

   She chopped the vegetables quickly in the food processor.

3. 3
   noun

   A person or company that handles and prepares things such as foods or applications.

   He works as a loan processor at a local bank.

Recorded since 1909, from process + -or.

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