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tech·nol·o·gy
 technology
- pronunciation:
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noun |
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technologies |
| definition 1: |
a field of knowledge having to do with the use of science and industry to help solve common problems of life.
Technology is used to help solve energy problems.
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| definition 2: |
products that are developed using knowledge from science and industry.
Doctors are aided by medical technology.New forms of communication technology include cell phones that can take photographs. |
| derivation: |
technologist (n.) |
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similar to technology |
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application, engineering, invention |
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some actions relating to technology |
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apply, develop, employ, improve, invent, modify |
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some broader categories that include technology |
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engineering, science |
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some descriptions of technology |
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advanced, backward, complicated, convenient, current, dangerous, efficient, impractical, modern, new, obsolete, revolutionary, up-to-date, useful |
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some industries based on technology |
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communications, energy, manufacturing, space, transportation |
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some kinds of technology |
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agricultural, chemical, environmental, industrial, medical, military, nuclear |
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some people associated with technology |
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engineer, inventor, mechanic, technician |
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some places associated with technology |
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lab, laboratory, launch pad, outer space |
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some products of technology |
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airplane, artificial intelligence, assembly line, automobile, computer, Internet, radar, radio, satellites, space station, television |
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some things conventionally associated with technology |
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gadget, industry, ingenuity |
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