device ( ) n. A contrivance or an invention serving a particular purpose, especially a machine used to perform one or more relatively simple tasks
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Device may refer to: Computing and electronics. Computer hardware; Peripheral, any device attached to a computer that expands its functionality; Device file, an interface for a ...
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de·vice (d-v s) n. 1. A contrivance or an invention serving a particular purpose, especially a machine used to perform one or more relatively simple tasks.
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