Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Babbage

Proper noun

/ˈbæbɪdʒ/

Definition

Charles Babbage was an English mathematician, philosopher, inventor, and mechanical engineer who is best known for conceptualizing the first automatic mechanical computer.

Examples

Charles Babbage designed the Analytical Engine in the 1830s.
The Babbage principle describes an early form of computing concepts.

Meaning

The term ‘Babbage’ commonly refers to Charles Babbage, who is often considered the ‘father of the computer’ due to his pioneering work in computing machinery.