computerese

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com·put·er·ese (k

m-py

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The technical language of those involved in computer technology.

computerese

language used by those in the business of manufacturing, selling, servicing, or using electronic computers, characterized by many abbreviations and acronyms, excessive use of technical jargon, and, frequently, lack of concern for traditional spelling and grammar.

See also: Automation

Translations

computerese [kəmˌpjuːtəˈriːz] N → jerga f informática

computerese

n (inf: = jargon) → Computerjargon m

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