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hardware

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈhɑɹdˌwɛɹ// UK //hˈɑːdweə// hard·ware Informal Slang

n. the physical parts of a computer or machine that you can touch, like the screen or the keyboard. It can also mean metal tools and equipment used for building or fixing things.

n. the physical components of a computing system or mechanical device, as opposed to the software or data. In a broader sense, it refers to metal tools, fittings, and household equipment used in construction and repair.


SIMPLE

You need to upgrade your hardware to run this new game.

CONTEXTUAL

The technician replaced the damaged hardware inside the server to prevent the system from crashing again.

COMPLEX

While software updates can improve performance, the underlying hardware eventually becomes obsolete as processing demands outpace the physical capabilities of older silicon chips.

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Origin

From Middle English hardware; equivalent to hard + -ware; attested since the mid-15th century.

Usage

The noun is uncountable; plural forms like 'hardwares' are non-standard and should be avoided.

Pitfall

I bought some new hardwares for my PC.I bought some new hardware for my PC.Hardware is an uncountable mass noun and does not take a plural 's' even when referring to multiple items.

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