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up·time
(ŭp′tīm′)n.
The time during which a device, such as a computer, is functioning or available for use.
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uptime
(ˈʌpˌtaɪm)n
1. (Computer Science) commerce time during which a machine, such as a computer, actually operates
2. (Mechanical Engineering) commerce time during which a machine, such as a computer, actually operates
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up•time
(ˈʌpˌtaɪm)n.
the time during which a machine is operating or an employee is working.
[1955–60]
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| Noun | 1. | uptime - a period of time when something (as a machine or factory) is functioning and available for use factory, manufactory, manufacturing plant, mill - a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing period, period of time, time period - an amount of time; "a time period of 30 years"; "hastened the period of time of his recovery"; "Picasso's blue period" 24/7 - uptime is 24 hours a day 7 days a week downtime - a period of time when something (as a machine or factory) is not operating (especially as a result of malfunctions) |
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uptime
n (of machine) → Betriebszeit f
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