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technology

tech·nol·o·gy [ tek nólləjee ] (plural tech·nol·o·gies)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. application of tools and methods: the study, development, and application of devices, machines, and techniques for manufacturing and productive processes
recent developments in seismographic technology

2. method of applying technical knowledge: a method or methodology that applies technical knowledge or tools
a new technology for accelerating incubation

3. machines and systems: machines, equipment, and systems considered as a unit
the latest laser technology

4. cultural anthropology sum of practical knowledge: the sum of a society's or culture's practical knowledge, especially with reference to its material culture

[Early 17th century. < Greek tekhnologia "systematic treatment" < tekhnē "art, skill"]

tech·no·log·ic [ tèknə lójjik ] adjective
tech·no·log·i·cal [ tèknə lójjik'l ] adjective
tech·no·log·i·cal·ly [ tèknə lójjikəlee ] adverb
tech·nol·o·gist [ tek nólləjist ] noun
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