computer science

noun
the science that deals with the theory and methods of processing information in digital computers, the design of computer hardware and software, and the applications of computers.
Origin:
1970–75

Related forms
computer scientist, noun
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computer science
 
—n
the study of computers and their application

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Science Dictionary
computer science  
The study of the design and operation of computer hardware and software, and of the application of computer technology to science, business, and the arts.
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Example sentences
In these cases, decision trees can be complicated tools, laden with mathematics
  and computer science.
She has a degree in computer science and lots of experience.
Starting wages in computer science and engineering have increased steadily over
  time, for example, but wages in biology have not.
Drop her name in voicemail and computer science academics will call back in
  seconds.
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