motherboard
Translation
motherboard, mainboard
Examples
He installed a new motherboard in his computer.
He installed a new motherboard in his computer.
Grammar Patterns
a/the motherboard a printed circuit board containing the principal components of a computer. The motherboard connects all the computer's components.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mainboard, system board
Etymology
A compound of 'mother' and 'board'. It's the main or 'mother' circuit board to which all other components connect.
Memory Tips
Picture it as the 'mother' that holds all the computer's 'children' (CPU, RAM, etc.) together on one 'board'.