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monitors

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈmɑnətɝz// UK //mˈɒnɪtəz// mon·i·tors Informal

n. screens that show information from a computer or other electronic device. You use them to see what you are doing when you work or play games.

n. electronic output devices that display images, text, and video generated by a computer or similar hardware. Often used in the plural when referring to a multi-screen setup.


SIMPLE

I need two monitors to do my work efficiently.

CONTEXTUAL

The graphic designer adjusted the brightness on both monitors to ensure the colors matched the printed version.

COMPLEX

Modern high-resolution monitors offer refresh rates that significantly reduce motion blur, making them essential for professional video editing and competitive gaming environments.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in the plural to describe a workstation setup; often paired with the verb 'to hook up' or 'to connect'.

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