fallbackchip
nounUK /ˈfɔːlbæk tʃɪp/
US /ˈfɔlˌbæk tʃɪp/
A fallbackchip is a spare computer chip that helps a machine keep working if the main chip breaks.
When the robot's main chip stopped, the fallbackchip took over so it could still walk.
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2. A second plan or person kept ready in case the first one fails.
The coach kept a fallbackchip player on the bench in case someone got hurt.
3. A small extra piece used to fix or complete something when the usual part is missing.
He used a fallbackchip from his toolbox to repair the toy car.
4. A saved copy of computer data that can be used if the original is lost.
The fallbackchip stored the game's progress in case the console turned off.