PERIPHERAL
(adj., noun, adj.sat)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Peripheral.
How to pronounce peripheral:
US
Peripheral - as an adjective
On or near an edge or constituting an outer boundary; the outer area
Example: "Russia's peripheral provinces"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
centralPeripheral - as a noun
Electronic equipment external to the circuit board that contains the cpu of a computer
Example: "Disk drives and printers are important peripherals"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
computer peripheralperipheral deviceHypernyms (Closely Related)
electronic equipmentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Peripheral - as an adjective satellite
Related to the key issue but not of central importance
Example: "A peripheral interest"
Example Sentences
"My new computer came with a wireless keyboard and mouse, as well as a peripheral for connecting multiple monitors."
"I need to buy a new peripheral for my laptop so that I can transfer files from my USB flash drive."
"The gamer had an impressive collection of various peripherals, including a headset, joystick, and racing wheel."
"She plugged in her peripheral to charge it overnight so that it would be ready to use in the morning."
"The technician recommended cleaning the dust from the computer's peripherals to prevent overheating."
Word Game Points
Is PERIPHERAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peripheral is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PERIPHERAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is PERIPHERAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, peripheral is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPERIPHERAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is PERIPHERAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peripheral is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPERIPHERAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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