computer database
- noun
- /kəmˈpjuːtər ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs/
- Specialized
- Such a system need not be Orwellian: the basic elements are biometric identity cards and a computer database.
- entered into a computer database
- using a computer database
Examples
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During the semester, teachers can generate end-of-chapter or unit exams from a computer database of over 400 items.
Academic text (1992) -
At the completion of each test, the results are stored in a relational computer database for retrieval and analysis.
Academic text (1997) -
Each group had access to print materials, video materials, and a computer database.
Academic text (1990) -
The impact of computer databases covering every field of knowledge is just beginning to be felt in education.
Academic text (1990) -
Knowledge in almost every field is available at revolutionary speed and precision through computer databases.
Academic text (1990) -
Bibliographic computer databases organize millions of articles published worldwide in every field of knowledge.
Academic text (1990) -
The centerpiece of CIMS is a computer database file that contains vital information regarding all nonimmigrant employees of a single employer.
Academic text (1993) -
The data were summarized using a computer database; frequencies, percentages, medians, and means were compiled where appropriate.
Academic text (1994) -
The smart borders plan provides for laser scan identification cards for frequent border commuters, x-ray facilities, shared computer databases, and special lanes for pre-inspected shipments.
Academic text (2004) -
Many organizations rely on a computer database to store and manage their client information securely.
Synonyms
A set of information stored on a computer that you can search and update
A collection of information stored on a computer for easy access
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Surface Forms
Morphology
Both constituents have transparent, related meanings: 'database' is a collection of stored data and 'computer' specifies the device/platform. The noun+noun composition simply restricts the kind of database (one associated with computers), a compositional pattern common across languages that a B1 learner who knows both words can readily interpret.
Etymology
The noun computer database combines computer and database: imagine a strong 'base' or shelf holding many pieces of 'data' inside a machine. That's why it means 'a collection of data kept in a computer'.