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technology

Pronunciation: /tɛkˈnɒlədʒi/
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Definition of technology

noun (plural technologies)

[mass noun]
  • the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry:advances in computer technology [count noun]:recycling technologies
  • machinery and devices developed from scientific knowledge: it will reduce the industry’s ability to spend money on new technology
  • the branch of knowledge dealing with engineering or applied sciences.

Derivatives

technologist

noun

Origin:

early 17th century: from Greek tekhnologia 'systematic treatment', from tekhnē 'art, craft' + -logia (see -logy)

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