hardware

Definition

  • noun: things (such as tools or parts of machines) that are made of metal
  • noun: ware (as fittings, cutlery, tools, utensils, or parts of machines) made of metal
  • synonyms: ironmongery

Examples

  • She bought some new 'hardware' for her system.

  • military 'hardware' [=guns, tanks, etc.]

  • a 'hardware' store

Movie quotes

  • (..) Has a range of miles. Where did you get that thing? The last sub I was on was decommissioned. Lot of hardware. It's better here than in a scrap heap. Does it work? It'll blow a hole clear through the hull of a battleship. - What about a shark? (..)
    2002 Shark Attack 3: Megalodon