hardware
Translation
hardware
Examples
You need to update your computer hardware.
You need to update your computer hardware.
He bought some nails at the hardware shop.
He bought some nails at the hardware store.
Grammar Patterns
hardware the physical parts of a computer You need to update your computer hardware.
Similar Words
Synonyms (computer): equipment, components; Antonyms: software
Etymology
A compound of 'hard' and 'ware' (meaning goods or products).
Memory Tips
Contrast with 'software'. Hardware is the 'hard', physical part of a computer that you can touch.