mainframe

UK
/ˈmeɪnfreɪm/
US
/ˈmeɪnfreɪm/

Translations

mainframenoun
mainframes
pl
UK
/ˈmeɪnfreɪm/
US
/ˈmeɪnfreɪm/
The company uses a mainframe to handle its large-scale data processing.
Компания использует мэйнфрейм для обработки больших объемов данных.
Synonyms
central computer
data processing system
computing system
mainframeadjective
more mainframe
Comp.
most mainframe
Super.
UK
/ˈmeɪnfreɪm/
US
/ˈmeɪnfreɪm/
Used attributively to describe systems, applications, or activities related to mainframe computers.

Definitions

mainframenoun
A large, powerful computer that is used for centralized data processing and can support many users simultaneously.
The bank relies on a mainframe to handle its vast amount of transactions and customer data.
The central processing unit and primary memory of a computer housed in a single cabinet, especially in early computers.
Engineers inspected the mainframe after the machine abruptly shut down.
mainframeadjective
Relating to or designed for mainframe computers.
She specializes in mainframe software development.