tech

8 definitions • 21 examples

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We offer 24-hour online tech support for your device.

Configuration refers to the technical specifications, known as "tech specs" of the computers and it includes processor speed, the amount of RAM, etc.

He was worried that the tech rehearsal had been too brief - for example, the smoke machine wasn't working correctly.

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The company produces an annual report on the state of European tech.

the tech sector/industry

tech entrepreneurs/start-ups/companies/stocks

He worked for several years at one of the Silicon Valley tech giants.

The recession and the bursting of the tech bubble account for many of the job losses.

devices that use computer technology:

They have all the latest tech.

wearable tech such as fitness trackers

It's wise to pack all your tech in your carry-on baggage.

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He ended up as a lab tech in the department, using his chemistry degree from Alabama State College.

Most vet techs work in veterinary clinics caring for domestic animals.

Many pharmacy techs gain this certification because the added knowledge can give them an advantage when applying for jobs.

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I did my A level exams at the local tech.

You could take a plumbing course at the tech.

abbreviation for technical or technological: used to describe a company, system, area of work, etc. that does or makes something involving technology:

tech industry/sector/economy

There has been a huge expansion of business for our tech companies.

There's been a boom in the market for tech stocks.

a company that works in the area of technology:

They bought shares in two of the world's biggest techs.

shares in companies that work in the area of technology:

Stocks went lower but techs remained high.