English

Noun

processor ‎(plural processors)

1. A person who processes things (foods, photos, applications, etc.).

   He is a loan processor with a bank.

2. A device which processes, which changes something. (Can we add an example for this sense?)
3. A microprocessor.

   This computer has two processors, but only one keyboard.

Synonyms

• (microprocessor): central processing unit, CPU

Derived terms

• food processor
• microprocessor
• word processor

Related terms

• procedure
• processus

Translations

Dutch

Alternative forms

• mikroprocessor m

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /prɔˈsɛ.sɔr/

Etymology

From English processor

Noun

processor m ‎(plural processors or processoren, diminutive processortje n)

1. (computing) A microprocessor

Synonyms

• centrale verwerkingseenheid, CVE
• CPU

Related terms

• procédé n
• procedure
• proces n