von Neumann machine en · NOUN
Etymology
For John von Neumann, Hungarian mathematician.
Meanings
- A computer that implements the von Neumann architecture.
- Any machine that is capable of self-replication.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| von Neumann machines | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Hyponyms
von Neumann probe (machine capable of self-replication)
Translations (1)
pt máquina de von Neumann (any computer that has a central processing unit and can store programs in memory)