peripheral
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/pəˈrɪfərəl/
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/pəˈrɪfərəl/
adjective
R
not very important compared to the main purpose or feature
In our meetings, we only discuss peripheral issues briefly.
R
related to the outer parts or edge of an area
She's aware of people entering her peripheral vision.
R
related to devices connected to a computer
He just bought a new keyboard as a peripheral for his computer.
noun
R
an external device connected to a computer
The computer system's peripherals include a printer and scanner.
translation
not very important compared to the main purpose or feature; related to the outer parts or edge of an area; related to devices connected to a computer
an external device connected to a computer
Word Forms
Plural
peripherals