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expansion card

n.
A printed circuit board that plugs into a slot in a computer's motherboard and performs a particular function, such as converting and processing signals for communication with other devices. Also called adapter, expansion board.
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expan′sion card`


n.
Computers.
a card in a computer on which additional chips can be mounted to expand the computer's capabilities.
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