Synonyms for processor
ˈprɒs ɛs ər; esp. Brit. ˈproʊ sɛs-pro·ces·sor

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1. processornoun

   A computer, especially as short for a microprocessor.

   This computer has two processors, but only one keyboard.

   Synonyms:
   central processing unit, CPU

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1. processornoun

   a business engaged in processing agricultural products and preparing them for market

   Synonyms:
   central processing unit, central processor, mainframe

2. processornoun

   someone who processes things (foods or photographs or applicants etc.)

   Synonyms:
   central processing unit, central processor, mainframe

3. central processing unit, CPU, C.P.U., central processor, processor, mainframenoun

   (computer science) the part of a computer (a microprocessor chip) that does most of the data processing

   "the CPU and the memory form the central part of a computer to which the peripherals are attached"

   Synonyms:
   central processing unit, mainframe computer, central processor, mainframe

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1. List of paraphrases for "processor":

   processors, transformer, procesador, procesor, processador, processore, renderer, boxed

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1. Roy Blount, Jr.:

   The last time somebody said, 'I find I can write much better with a word processor.', I replied, 'They used to say the same thing about drugs.'

2. Ian Buck:

   In terms of China, I think they've clearly stated that they have a domestic accelerator and processor strategy that they will pursue, and that's clearly what they are doing.

3. The EDPS:

   Though the investigation is still ongoing, preliminary results reveal serious concerns over compliance of the relevant contractual terms with data protection rules and the role of Microsoft as a processor for EU institutions using its products and services.

4. Rene Summer:

   If an SME finds it hard to find a processor that doesn't want to comply with European contract terms, there is plenty of choice.

5. Thad Peterson:

   It's a pretty sticky product, once merchants find a processor that works for them, they are unlikely to change. Merchants aren't in the business of payments, they are in the business of selling stuff.