pe·riph·er·al (p -r f r-l)adj. 1. Related to, located in, or constituting an outer boundary or periphery. 2. Perceived or perceiving near the outer edges of the retina: peripheral vision. 3. Anatomy a. Of the surface or outer part of a body or organ; external. b. Of, relating to, or being part of the peripheral nervous system. 4. Of minor relevance or importance. 5. Auxiliary. n. Computer Science An auxiliary device, such as a printer, modem, or storage system, that works in conjunction with a computer. pe·riph er·al·ly adv. |
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| Adv. | 1. | peripherally - in or at or near a periphery or according to a peripheral role or function or relationship centrally - in or near or toward a center or according to a central role or function; "The theater is centrally located" |
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