Lexical entry

マイコン

maikon

A shortened computing term for a microcomputer or related small computer component.

Technology & MediaPure GairaigoAbbreviationSource uncertain

Meaning

An abbreviation used mainly in computing for a microcomputer, personal computer, microcontroller, or similar compact computer component. In some contexts it can also refer to a moving icon.

abbreviated computing term
microcomputer or home computer
microcontroller or MCU
sometimes moving icon

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プロセッサー

A electronic circuit or software program that performs operations on data.

ワープロ

A device or computer software used for composing, editing, formatting, and printing text.

Evidence and Provenance

Data source: JMdict_english
Revision: JMdict.2026-04-17
Review flags: ambiguous-sense, jlpt-uncertain
Active language: English