English
Pronunciation
(US) SAMPA: / com mon-tech nol ogy.
(US) SAMPA: / k�m׳ �n � t�k n�l׳ �j�.
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Noun
common-technology
- Technology or technologies that are globally embraced, used, or known and do not need to be explained or to be defined.
- Technology or technologies that are known by all members of a specific group.
- Technology or technologies that are used on a daily basis.
- Technology or technologies that do not fit neatly in the category of low-technology or high-technology.
Usage notes
Used similarly to low-technology and high-technology.
Example: A telephone is a common-technology.
References
Instructor (Ben Johnson Jr.), Central Carolina Community College, Sanford, NC US
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