sharedcomputertime

noun

UK /ʃeəd kəmˈpjuːtə taɪm/

US /ʃerd kəmˈpjuːtər taɪm/

Shared computer time is when people take turns using the same computer.

The library has shared computer time so everyone gets a turn.

SYNONYMS

computer turn computer sharing shared screen time joint computer use

RELATED WORDS

computer turn-taking schedule sharing lab

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A scheduled period when several people use one computer together.

Our shared computer time is every Tuesday after lunch.

3. The total amount of time a group is allowed to use a computer.

The class earned extra shared computer time for good behavior.

4. A fair way to divide computer use among family members.

We made a chart for shared computer time at home.