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Definition of computing

computing

/kəmˈpjuː.tɪŋ/
com · put · ing

Adverb:computationally
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Adjective:computational
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Past Simple:computed
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Past Participle:computed
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Present Participle:computing
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computing Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The use, operation, or study of computers and electronic systems to process data and perform calculations.

Example

"Advances in cloud computing have transformed how businesses store and analyze vast amounts of data."


2

The act or process of calculating or reckoning a numerical value or mathematical result.

Example

"Accurate computing of the orbital trajectory was essential for the success of the space mission."

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• verb

1

To calculate or reckon a figure, amount, or value mathematically (present participle of compute).

Example

"The software spent several hours computing the complex statistical models."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the verb compute, from Latin computare ('to count, sum up, reckon together'), formed from com- ('with, together') and putare ('to reckon, prune, or consider'). The modern sense referring to electronic data processing emerged in the mid-20th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Computing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/computing
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