| compression |
the act or process of pressing down on or together, causing flattening or condensing. [3 definitions] |
| compression ratio |
in an internal-combustion engine, the ratio of the largest to the smallest volume of a cylinder measured at the top and bottom of the piston stroke. |
| compressor |
something that compresses, esp. a device for compressing and condensing gases to drive machinery. |
| comprimario |
a singer who sings secondary operatic roles. |
| comprise |
to include. [2 definitions] |
| compromise |
a settlement of differences by partial concession of demands by each party, or the result of such a settlement. [7 definitions] |
| compromising |
risking or endangering one's principles or reputation. |
| comptroller |
variant of controller. |
| compulsion |
coercion or constraint; act of compelling. [3 definitions] |
| compulsive |
able to compel; compelling. [3 definitions] |
| compulsory |
required or obligatory. [2 definitions] |
| compunction |
uneasiness about the propriety or suitability of an action; qualm. [2 definitions] |
| computation |
the act of computing. [3 definitions] |
| compute |
to calculate by mathematical operations. [5 definitions] |
| computer |
an electronic device used to store, sort, correlate, and make calculations on data at high speeds. [2 definitions] |
| computer-enhanced |
of, involving, or pertaining to the use of a computer to improve an image, video, design, or process. |
| computerese |
the specialized vocabulary used in computer technology; computer jargon. |
| computer graphics |
images produced with computer technology, or the technology itself. [2 definitions] |
| computerize |
to process or store (information) in an electronic computer. [4 definitions] |
| computer lab |
a room providing access to numerous computers, typically found in a school, library, government institution, or private company. Use of a computer lab is free in public institutions and also in private institutions when one has authorization. |
| computer language |
a system of words and symbols used to program a computer; code. |