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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

  • (..) How's it going down there? Whatever you do, don't get shot in the face. Dr. Norton, how is he doing that? His software is faster, his hardware is stronger. He is a better machine. But you said that humans hesitate. Only when there making decisions. He's not making decisions? (..)
    2014 RoboCop