processor
gb/pɹˈɑsˌɛsɚ/ us/pɹˈɑsˌɛsɚ/
B1
Angličtina
~ 3500
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Podstatné jméno
B1
entity
1
Main computing unit in a device
The main part of a computer that reads and does the instructions.
Vzorec užití:
[a/an] processor
Častá chyba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'processor' with 'process', which is the action, not the hardware part.
Synonyma
CPU (Technical term for central processing unit; more specific.)
Antonyma
manual operation (Refers to doing tasks by hand without automated computation.)
Kolokace
fast processor
|dual-core processor
|processor speed
|graphics processor
|main processor
Témata
technology
|computers
|science
Příklady
- The new laptop has a faster processor than my old one.
- A powerful processor is essential for running complex software.
- The processor handles millions of calculations per second.
- She upgraded her desktop with a new quad-core processor.
Učební příklady
- My phone has a fast processor.
- The processor makes the computer work.
- A new processor can make games run better.
- This computer has two processors.
Podstatné jméno
B1
entity
2
Machine that treats materials
A machine that changes or treats something to make it ready to use.
Vzorec užití:
[a/an] processor for [something]
Častá chyba:
Some learners think 'food processor' means a person who cooks food, but it is a machine.
Synonyma
machine (General term for a mechanical device; less specific to processing.)
Antonyma
manual tool (A non-powered tool used by hand instead of a processing machine.)
Kolokace
food processor
|meat processor
|word processor
|payment processor
Témata
manufacturing
|food
|technology
|work
Příklady
- We bought a new food processor for the kitchen.
- The meat processor packages thousands of pounds of beef each day.
- The payment processor handles all credit card transactions.
- This word processor software helps me write documents faster.
Učební příklady
- I use a food processor to make soup.
- The meat processor cleans and cuts the meat.
- A payment processor moves money from one account to another.
- The word processor makes writing easy.
Podstatné jméno
B2
entity
3
Person or company that processes something
A person or company that deals with something to prepare it or make it ready.
Vzorec užití:
[a/an] processor of [something]
Synonyma
handler (More informal and general; refers to someone who deals with something.)
Antonyma
customer (In commerce, the recipient rather than the handler of goods or services.)
Kolokace
data processor
|loan processor
|claims processor
Témata
business
|industry
|work
Příklady
- The data processor ensures all information is correctly entered into the system.
- A loan processor will review your application before approval.
- The claims processor handled hundreds of insurance cases last month.
Učební příklady
- The loan processor checks my papers.
- A claims processor works in an office.
- The data processor uses a computer every day.
Gramatika
Slovníkový tvar
processor
IPA
GB/pɹˈɑsˌɛsɚ/
US/pɹˈɑsˌɛsɚ/
Slabiky a přízvuk
pro - cessor (2 slabiky)
Stress on 1st syllable (pro)
Tvary slova
Noun
- Base: processor
- Plural: processors
Příbuzná slova
Forms
processors
noun
Core family
process
noun B1
processing
noun
Negative and opposite forms
unprocessed
adjective
Advanced or less common
processable
adjective
reprocess
verb
Výrazy
food processor
1/fˈud pɹˈɑsˌɛsɚ/
fixed phrase
Electric kitchen appliance for food prep
A machine in the kitchen that cuts, mixes, or makes food smooth.
Příklady
- I put the vegetables in the food processor to make soup.
- A good food processor can save you a lot of time in cooking.
payment processor
1/pˈeɪmənt pɹˈɑsˌɛsɚ/
fixed phrase
technical
Company that handles transactions
A business that moves money between people and companies when they pay online or by card.
Příklady
- PayPal is one of the largest payment processors in the world.
- Our store uses a secure payment processor for all orders.
word processor
1/wˈɚd pɹˈɑsˌɛsɚ/
fixed phrase
Software for text editing
A computer program you use to write and change text documents.
Příklady
- Microsoft Word is a popular word processor.
- I use a word processor to write my reports.