speech-driven computing

noun

UK /spiːtʃ ˈdrɪvən kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/

US /spitʃ ˈdrɪvən kəmˈpjutɪŋ/

Using your voice to tell a computer what to do.

With speech-driven computing, you can ask your phone to play a song without touching it.

SYNONYMS

voice computing voice-controlled computing spoken-command computing voice-activated computing

RELATED WORDS

speech recognition voice assistant natural language processing hands-free interface smart speaker

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A field of study about building systems that understand and act on spoken language.

She studies speech-driven computing to make computers easier for blind users.

3. Technology that lets people control devices by talking instead of typing or clicking.

Speech-driven computing is handy when your hands are busy cooking.

4. The use of voice commands as the main way to interact with a machine.

In the car, speech-driven computing helps drivers keep their eyes on the road.