microcomputer

n.

1.

A small computer based on a microprocessor; in practise, at any given time in the technology of computer development, a microcomputer will be one that is less powerful than a minicomputer.

Noun

1.

microcomputer - a small digital computer based on a microprocessor and designed to be used by one person at a time Synonyms: PC, personal computer

microcomputer - A computer based on a microprocessor. Contrast with minicomputer, mainframe.

desktop computer, digital computer, microprocessor, PC, PC board, personal computer, portable computer