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desktop

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noun/ˈdɛsktɒp/[ˈdɛskˌtɔp][ˈdɛskˌtɒp]
  1. 1

    The top surface of a desk.

  2. 2

    A desktop computer.

    • Laptops are often more expensive than desktops.
  3. 3

    A personal computer, as opposed to computers for business or server purposes.

  4. 4

    The main graphical user interface of an operating system, usually displaying icons, windows and background wallpaper.

    • I installed a new application and it added its icon to my desktop.
  5. 5

    The wallpaper of this interface.

    • For quotations using this term, see Citations:desktop.
adj/ˈdɛsktɒp/[ˈdɛskˌtɔp][ˈdɛskˌtɒp]
  1. 1

    Designed for use on a desk or similar piece of furniture.not-comparable

  2. 2

    Of an application or website, designed to be run or viewed on a personal computer.not-comparable

    • desktop browser

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