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diskless

|disk-less|

B2

/ˈdɪskləs/

without a disk drive

Etymology
Etymology Information

'diskless' originates from the English word 'disk,' combined with the suffix '-less,' indicating the absence of something.

Historical Evolution

'disk' changed from the Old English word 'disc,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disk.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'disk' referred to a flat, circular object, but over time it evolved to include digital storage devices, leading to 'diskless' meaning without such devices.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

referring to a computer or system that operates without a disk drive.

The company uses diskless workstations to reduce hardware costs.

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Last updated: 2025/03/16 18:21