computing
/kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: computings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The process or act of calculation.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The use of a computer or computers.
Noun
Examples
Home computing includes children accessing information for educational purposes, parents accessing information for recreational purposes, users working from home, retired people 'silver surfers' that use computers for keeping in touch via e-mail, the Internet and through possible on-line clubs and s
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “computing” mean?
The process or act of calculation.
Is “computing” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.