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- pronunciation:
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- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer, Word Parts
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noun |
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technologies |
| definition 1: |
an area of knowledge or expertise concerning the practical applications of science and industry, or the collective methods and inventions that are produced through research in such areas.
That country has vast natural resources but lacks the technology to exploit them.Her understanding of technology allows her to help us all out with our computer problems.
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a particular method of solving practical problems that has resulted from research in the fields of industrial arts and applied sciences, or a particular product or set of products that have been developed based on such research.
These houses are heated with the newest solar technology.The recruits are being trained to use the new technology. |
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| 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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