multiprocessor


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multiprocessor

(ˌmʌltɪˈprəʊsɛsə)
n
(Computer Science) computing a number of central processing units linked together to enable parallel processing to take place
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Noun1.multiprocessor - a computer that uses two or more processing units under integrated control
digital computer - a computer that represents information by numerical (binary) digits
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multiprocessor

[ˌmʌltɪˈprəʊsesəʳ]Nmultiprocesadorm
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