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high-tech

high-tech

 
pronunciation:
haI tek
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: technology that requires or involves sophisticated techniques or equipment, such as genetic engineering or microelectronicshigh technology; high technology.
She uses a lot of high-tech in her job as an engineer.
antonyms:
crude
definition 2: a style of design, esp. interior design, or a type of material that suggests modern industry by being metallic or plastic, having simple utilitarian lines, or the like.
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part of speech: adjective
definition: involving equipment or techniques that come from applying the newest knowledge in the areas of computers and science.
The lab uses very expensive high-tech equipment.