minicomputers

[min-ee-kuhm-pyoo-ter]

min·i·com·put·er

[min-ee-kuhm-pyoo-ter]
noun
a computer with processing and storage capabilities smaller than those of a mainframe but larger than those of a microcomputer, used by small businesses, in manufacturing processes, in scientific research, etc.

Origin:
1965–70; mini- + computer
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Minicomputers is always a great word to know.
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