refinedchip

noun
UK /rɪˈfaɪnd tʃɪp/
US /rɪˈfaɪnd tʃɪp/

A refined chip is a computer part that has been cleaned up and made better to work faster.

The engineer swapped in a refined chip to make the robot move more smoothly.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A potato chip that has been made extra crispy and smooth.

She opened a bag of refined chips for the picnic.

3. A small piece of material that has been purified for use in a lab.

The scientist placed a refined chip of silicon under the microscope.

4. A gambling token that has been cleaned and polished.

The dealer handed him a refined chip from the shiny stack.