"computerlore" meaning in English

See computerlore in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Etymology: From computer + lore, and/or possibly from a blend of computer + folklore. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|computer|lore}} computer + lore, {{blend|en|computer|folklore|nocap=1}} blend of computer + folklore Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} computerlore (uncountable)
  1. The knowledge, teaching, study, science, or legend surrounding computers. Tags: uncountable Synonyms: computer lore
    Sense id: en-computerlore-en-noun-LoRx6v8C Categories (other): English blends, English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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