Subprocessor
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A microprocessor that makes up part of a larger processor.
"It has two 32-bit microprocessors and four 8-bit subprocessors — not to mention 100 customized gears, 38 sensors, 14 motors and a camera-based optical system."
- 2 An entity that processes data on behalf of another.
"To obtain consent from the data controller for any subprocessor appointments and to flow down the same data protection terms to the subprocessor […]"
Example
More examples"It has two 32-bit microprocessors and four 8-bit subprocessors — not to mention 100 customized gears, 38 sensors, 14 motors and a camera-based optical system."
Etymology
From sub- + processor.
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