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US/ˈprɑː.ses.ər/
UK/ˈprəʊ.ses.ə/
the part of a computer that carries out instructions, or a machine that prepares food
In context
This laptop has a fast processor and plenty of memory.
A food processor can chop vegetables in a few seconds.
The new processor makes the phone run much faster than before.
Words that go with processor
noun + noun
- food processorShe chopped the onions in a food processor.
- computer processorA computer processor generates a lot of heat.
- word processorHe wrote the report on an old word processor.
- processor speedProcessor speed affects how quickly the program opens.
adjective + noun
- fast processorGames need a fast processor to run smoothly.
verb + noun
- upgrade the processorYou can upgrade the processor without buying a new machine.