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amiga

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //əˈmiɡə// ami·ga

n. a very popular computer from the 1980s that was known for its advanced graphics and sound. It was used by many people for gaming and creative work before modern PCs became common.

n. a series of personal computers developed by Commodore International in the 1980s. It was the first computer to feature a custom chipset for advanced graphics and sound capabilities, making it a significant platform for gaming and multimedia.


SIMPLE

He still uses his old Amiga for retro gaming.

CONTEXTUAL

The Amiga was a revolutionary machine in the 1980s, offering capabilities that many modern PCs of that era could not match.

COMPLEX

While the Amiga eventually lost the commercial battle to IBM-compatible PCs, its influence on digital art and music production remains profound, with many modern software tools still emulating its unique hardware architecture.

Origin

Borrowed from Spanish amiga (“female friend”).

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