Synonyms for

Hardware

Verb / ˈhɑ:ˌrdwer / Another word for hardware — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Tools, equipment, and other physical components of a computer or other electronic system.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

equipment machinery apparatus components

Informal

gear stuff kit bits

Literary

implements fittings

Antonyms

software ideas concepts intangibles programs code

Common collocations

  • computer hardware
  • hardware store
  • hardware components
  • hardware engineer
  • hardware failure
  • hardware upgrade
  • hardware design

Word family

noun hardware
adjective hardwired

Usage note

Primarily refers to physical components of a computer system or machinery. Can also refer to tools and metal goods in a general sense.

Example sentences

  1. I went to the hardware store to buy a hammer and nails.
  2. My computer is missing some important hardware components.
  3. The carpenter used his hardware to build a table.
  4. I need to upgrade my hardware to play this new video game.
  5. The robot was made with advanced hardware technology.

Quotes

  • "Hardware: the parts of a computer that can be kicked." - Jeff Pesis
  • "Hardware: the parts of a computer that can be kicked." - Anonymous
  • "Hardware: the parts of a computer that can be abused with a screwdriver." - Dave Barry

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