chipmaking
nounUK /ˈtʃɪpˌmeɪkɪŋ/
US /ˈtʃɪpˌmeɪkɪŋ/
Chipmaking is the job of making tiny computer chips that go inside phones and computers.
The factory uses huge machines for chipmaking.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The industry or business of producing computer chips.
She works in chipmaking and designs new processors.
3. The process of carving or shaping chips from wood or stone.
His hobby is chipmaking, carving little figures from wood.
4. The act of making potato chips or similar snack chips.
The kitchen smelled of hot oil during chipmaking.