technology
noun
tech·nol·o·gy
| \ tek-ˈnä-lə-jē
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plural technologies
Definition of technology
1a
: the practical application of knowledge especially in a particular area : engineering sense 2
medical technology
b
: a capability given by the practical application of knowledge
a car's fuel-saving technology
2
: a manner of accomplishing a task especially using technical processes, methods, or knowledge
new technologies for information storage
3
: the specialized aspects of a particular field of endeavor
educational technology
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Other Words from technology
technologist
\ tek-ˈnä-lə-jist
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noun
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noun
Examples of technology in a Sentence
One by one, the pieces take flight: a parachute, the stowed Martian balloon—a Montgolfiere hot-air type, named for the French brothers who pioneered the technology in 1782—and a sensor package with guidance system, radio transmitter, and video camera.
— Joe Pappalardo, Air & Space, June/July 2006
There's no question the industry has been subjected to a great deal of competitive pressure over the past decade or so, with promises of more to come as the Internet and wireless technology transform the way Americans receive news and information.
— Wall Street Journal, 14 Mar. 2006
The rapid shift in technology over the last 10 years has created an entirely new world in which viruses can replicate. While in 1989, viruses were primarily spread by "sneakernet," as users walked diskettes from machine to machine, modern viruses … are capable of spreading around the world in the blink of a digital eye.
— Sarah Gordon, Information Security, November 1999
… all technology and energy revving up for the greatest clash of arms in history.
— William Styron, This Quiet Dust And Other Writings, (1953) 1982
Recent advances in medical technology have saved countless lives.
The company is on the cutting edge of technology.
The government is developing innovative technologies to improve the safety of its soldiers.
How can we apply this new technology to our everyday lives?
The car has the latest in fuel-saving technology.
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Recent Examples on the Web
The Ministry of Finance’s announcement Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019 came ahead of October talks aimed at ending the fight over trade and technology that threatens global economic growth. — Washington Post, "China keeps penalties on US pork, soy, eases some others," 12 Sep. 2019 The move applies to raw materials for farmers and factories, suggesting Beijing wants to limit damage to its slowing economy from the fight with President Donald Trump over trade and technology. — Joe Mcdonald, chicagotribune.com, "China exempts some U.S. goods from tariff hikes — but not soybeans," 11 Sep. 2019 From your base at a top university, delve into important global challenges and build skills in science, technology, and storytelling to effect positive change in your local community. — National Geographic, "Pre-College," 10 Sep. 2019 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cited the Chandrayaan-2 mission as evidence of India’s increasing global importance in science and technology. — New York Times, "India Says It Has Located Chandrayaan-2 Lander on Moon’s Surface," 8 Sep. 2019 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has cited the Chandrayaan-2 mission as evidence of India’s increasing global importance in science and technology. — Kai Schultz, BostonGlobe.com, "India says it has located Chandrayaan-2 lander on moon’s surface," 8 Sep. 2019 Despite investor optimism, there has been no sign of progress since Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping agreed in June to resume deadlocked negotiations about trade and technology. — CBS News, "Stocks jump on word U.S.-China trade talks to resume in October," 5 Sep. 2019 Her goal was to create a fragrance that smells like an emotional experience, not an object—and to explore how science and technology shape our identities in the process. — Hana Hong, Marie Claire, "25 People Changing the Beauty Industry," 3 Sep. 2019 Another effort is a new partnership with one of the country’s most effective mentorships for underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering and math. — Nanette Asimov, SFChronicle.com, "UC Berkeley chancellor confronts diversity, housing challenges as classes resume," 2 Sep. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'technology.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for technology
technology
noun
English Language Learners Definition of technology
: the use of science in industry, engineering, etc., to invent useful things or to solve problems
: a machine, piece of equipment, method, etc., that is created by technology
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technology
noun
tech·nol·o·gy
| \ tek-ˈnä-lə-jē
\
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plural technologies
Kids Definition of technology
1
: the use of science in solving problems (as in industry or engineering)
2
: a method of or machine for doing something that is created by technology
technology
noun
tech·nol·o·gy
| \ -jē
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plural technologies
Medical Definition of technology
1
: the science of the application of knowledge to practical purposes : applied science
2
: a scientific method of achieving a practical purpose
Other Words from technology
technological
\ ˌtek-nə-ˈläj-i-kəl
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also technologic \ -ik
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adjective
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also technologic \ -ik
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adjective
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