Compute

(noun) Nerdy Informal
Shorthand for computing power. Considered jargon in some hardware circles.

My VR games won't run because I don't have enough compute.

You can lend your compute to covid-19 research with the Folding@Home app.

by homograph March 23, 2020

compute

the act of talking, gaming, tumblring, or any other internet activity using a computer

me: hey gabby, wanna compute after school today?
gabby: sure! i love to compute, its what im best at!

by xoxmissy247 November 27, 2012

Compute-Ability

Compute-Ability is a "tech" show on Justin.tv and Ustream.tv, which can be found at compute-ability.com

Compute-Ability says all Core i7's are the same.

by ImTheBestest March 27, 2010

Does not compute

A phrase often used by computers and robots in science fiction TV shows and movies, meaning failure to understand.

The phrase has been attributed to the comedy TV show ‘My Living Doll’.

Does not compute. Please say that again in plain English.

by AuntyMouse April 12, 2009

Does not compute

Robot slang for "I don't know" generally followed by an exploding head.

"does not compute, does not compute... *BOOM*"

by nate-dawg-dizzle December 7, 2009

house of ill compute

An online call center for prostitutes and their clients; a cyberbordello.

I felt a little awky about going to a brick-and-mortar whorehouse, so I decided to try a house of ill compute!

by pentozali May 22, 2010

House of ill compute

a church or temple.

(parody of the term house of ill repute)

ah! The christian's must be heading to the house of ill compute.

by Qrez October 13, 2017