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hardware

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/ˈhɑːrdwɛr/ · hard-ware

The physical elements of a computer or electronic system.

Meanings

nountechnical

The physical elements of a computer or electronic system.

کمپیوٹر یا الیکٹرانک نظام کے جسمانی عناصر。

ہارڈویئر

hardware

Synonyms

equipmentmachinerytoolsسامانمشینریاوزار

Antonyms

softwareسافٹ ویئر

Common Collocations

  • hardware components
  • hardware system
  • computer hardware

Example Sentences

The hardware of the computer was upgraded to enhance performance.

کمپیوٹر کا ہارڈویئر کارکردگی بڑھانے کے لیے اپ گریڈ کیا گیا تھا۔

Computer ka hardware karkardagi barhane ke liye upgrade kiya gaya tha.

She bought new hardware for her robotics project.

اس نے اپنے روبوٹکس منصوبے کے لئے نئے ہارڈویئر خریدے۔

Us ne apne robotics mansoobe ke liye naye hardware kharide.

The store sells both hardware and software.

یہ دکان ہارڈویئر اور سافٹ ویئر دونوں بیچتی ہے۔

Yeh dukaan hardware aur software dono bechti hai.

Easily Confused With

software:Hardware refers to the physical components, while software refers to the programs and applications that run on hardware.

Word Family

hardwareman
nounہارڈویئر کا ماہر
hardwired
adjectiveہارڈ وائرڈ

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'hardware' as 'hard tools' that you can physically touch.

Visualize a toolbox filled with various tools and computer parts.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Old English "heard-wear" — hard things

First known use: 14th century

The term originated from the combination of 'hard' and 'wear', historically referring to tools and implements that are hard and durable. Its current usage in technology developed in the late 20th century.