Technology Noun Tekˈnɒlədʒi Tekˈnɑːlədʒi Science Advances Communications Advanced/Modern

• science and technology
• advances in communications technology
• advanced/modern technology
• to develop and use new technologies

technology

1. scientific knowledge used in practical ways in industry, for example in designing new machines
• SEE ALSO information technology
  https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/information-technology
• science and technology
• advances in communications technology
• advanced/modern technology
• to develop and use new technologies
• small businesses that are involved with emerging technologies
• the use of the latest digital technology to create a virtual world
• This technology enables computers to read handwriting.

Extra Examples

• to make use of the most modern technologies
• Telecommunications technology is developing fast.
• The technology already exists to do this.
• We need to exploit existing technologies more fully.
• We now have the technologies to transplant limbs.
• a car engine based on technology developed for aeroplanes
• the technology for the extraction of iron ore
2. machines or equipment designed using technology
• SEE ALSO high technology
  https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/definition/english/high-technology
• The scheme provides access to advanced computer technology in the classroom.
• The company has invested in the latest technology.
• a wireless technology company
• the technology sector/industry

Word Origin

• early 17th cent.: from Greek tekhnologia ‘systematic treatment’, from tekhnē ‘art, craft’ + -logia (see -logy).