Hardware

Pronunciation: /ˈhɑːrˌdwɛr/

Hardware (noun)

  1. physical parts of a computer, like the screen or keyboard.
  2. metal tools and equipment used for building or fixing things.
  3. weapons and other equipment used by the military.

Examples

  • The hardware of the computer needs an upgrade.
  • She installed new hardware to improve performance.

Common collocations: install hardware, hardware components, upgrade hardware, buy hardware, hardware store

Synonyms of Hardware

Neutral

Informal