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Definition of technology

technology

/tɛkˈnɑːlədʒi/
tech · nol · o · gy
Adverb:technologically
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Plural:technologies
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Adjective:technological
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• noun

1

The application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry, engineering, and computing.

Example

"Advances in medical technology have significantly improved patient recovery rates."

2

Machinery, equipment, and digital devices developed from the practical application of scientific knowledge.

Example

"The company invested heavily in new battery technologies for electric vehicles."

3

The branch of knowledge dealing with engineering or applied sciences.

Example

"She earned her graduate degree at a prestigious institute of technology."

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• Rhymes for technology

• Nearby Words

technological
technologically
technologist
technology
technophile
technophobe
technophobia

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Ancient Greek tekhnologia ('systematic treatment of an art or craft'), combining tekhnē ('art, skill, or craft') and -logia ('study of').

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