Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

computer-crash

Noun

/kəmˈpjuːtə kraʃ/

Definition

A sudden failure of a computer system or program, preventing it from functioning properly.

Examples

After the latest update, my computer experienced a crash that lost all my progress on the project.
His computer crash was so severe that he had to reinstall the operating system.

Meaning

The term ‘computer-crash’ refers to an unexpected halt or malfunction of your computer, meaning it can freeze or shut down without warning, often resulting in a loss of unsaved work.