coprocessor

English

noun
Definitions
  • (computer hardware) An additional microprocessor used to supplement the functionality of the central processing unit, performing tasks such as floating-point arithmetic (floating-point unit) or graphics calculations (graphics processing unit).

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Prefix from English processor.

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English

processor

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