high-performance computer
nounUK /ˌhaɪ pəˈfɔːməns kəmˈpjuːtə/
US /ˌhaɪ pərˈfɔːrməns kəmˈpjuːtər/
A very fast and powerful computer that can do big jobs quickly.
The scientists used a high-performance computer to study the weather.
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2. A computer built for heavy tasks like simulations or big calculations.
The lab bought a high-performance computer for its research.
3. A top-level machine used by experts for demanding software.
Engineers rely on a high-performance computer to design cars.
4. A computer system made to run many tasks at once without slowing down.
The company's high-performance computer handles thousands of users.