"technophile" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: technophiles [plural]
Etymology: From techno- + -phile. Etymology templates: {{confix|en|techno|phile}} techno- + -phile Head templates: {{en-noun}} technophile (plural technophiles)
  1. A person who is very enthusiastic about technology, especially one who enjoys the advances in computer and media technology. Related terms: technophilia [neuter], technophilic adj

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