Definitions
from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.
- noun A technician.
- noun Technology.
- noun Technical work.
- adjective Technical.
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun An abbreviation of technical; of technically; of technology.
from Wiktionary, Creative Commons Attribution/Share-Alike License.
- noun informal
technology - noun informal
technician - noun informal
technique
from WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University. All rights reserved.
- noun a school teaching mechanical and industrial arts and the applied sciences
Etymologies
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Examples
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They see the label "tech startup" and cheer, just as they did in the '90s when dot-coms were all the rage.
Forbes.com: News Jason Raznick 2011
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I believe one of the fundamental barriers to women in tech is the lack of a supportive community.
We found women in tech, so why are you still not reporting about them? | FactoryCity 2007
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But for me, a typical day involves nothing more than your usual space station Chief Engineer; I read reports, ensure the tech is all in working order, manage the new arrivals and deliveries …
365 tomorrows » 2010 » February : A New Free Flash Fiction SciFi Story Every Day 2010
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Not to mention the tech is a ways off, as you pointed out.
No Winners, No Losers SVGL 2009
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Sure, it's not the fastest thing in the world but the tech is already 3 years old -- if they tried hard, they could make it all kinds of zippy.
So very, very shiny. Big Jim 2008
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Sure, it's not the fastest thing in the world but the tech is already 3 years old -- if they tried hard, they could make it all kinds of zippy.
Archive 2008-08-01 Big Jim 2008
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"Every girl likes something pretty and sparkly, and ‘blinging’ your tech is a fun, personal way to express yourself" says Kisluk.
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All the tech is there already, just have to hook it up and tweek it.
TV wish list: What future tech would you like to see? | Sync Blog 2007
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In addition to dust-free concrete drilling, the tech is also effective in putting holes in glass without breaking it, not to mention being a pretty sweet upgrade to your standard power drill.
Microwave Drill Bores Holes in Concrete and Glass | Impact Lab 2006
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September 21, 2007 at 4: 00 pm exactly! well of course there are cases that the tech is the problem.
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Tech pants utilize performance blends like polyester and spandex, making them ideal for active lifestyles with their stretch, moisture-wicking properties, and wrinkle resistance.
Chinos vs. Tech Pants vs. Jeans: How to Choose the Perfect Pair 2025
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I'm looking to pick up a few pairs of tech pants for an upcoming roadtrip and curious on the sub's thoughts on who makes the best these days.
Favorite tech pants for every day use? uncleguito 2025
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Tech pants look like traditional khakis, but are made with synthetic materials such as nylon and polyester. These pants have been popularized by the likes of Lululemon, Rhone, and Vuori. People love them for the stretch and comfort missing in most “regular” pants.
What are ‘Tech Pants’? Newest Men’s Fashion Craze. – Male Standard Male Standard 2025
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