Hardware — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈhärd-ˌwer/ hard·ware

Meaning & Definition of Hardware

Hardware (noun)

  1. ware (such as fittings, cutlery, tools, utensils, or parts of machines) made of metal
  2. major items of equipment or their components used for a particular purpose
  3. military equipment

Hardware (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. items needed for the performance of a task or activity

    "gathered together the hardware needed to set up a first aid station at the finish line for the marathon"

    similar: accoutrements, apparatus, equipment, gear, kit (chiefly British), material(s), matériel, outfit, paraphernalia, stuff, tackle
    related: accessories, appurtenances, attachments, fittings, baggage, belongings, impedimenta, appliances, facilities, instruments, machinery, tools, apparel, attire, habiliments, raiment, trappings, armamentarium, armory, arsenal, battery, assets, resources

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Hardware

The most common words with a similar meaning to Hardware:

Chiefly British: kit
accoutrements, apparatus, equipment, gear, material(s), matériel, outfit, paraphernalia, stuff, tackle

Related Words for Hardware

accessories, appurtenances, attachments, fittings, baggage, belongings, impedimenta, appliances, facilities, instruments, machinery, tools, apparel, attire, habiliments, raiment, trappings, armamentarium, armory, arsenal, battery, assets, resources

Origin & Etymology of Hardware

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Hardware

Words & Phrases Containing Hardware

hardware cloth

Frequently Asked Questions about Hardware

What does "Hardware" mean?

"Hardware" means ware (such as fittings, cutlery, tools, utensils, or parts of machines) made of metal. As a noun, it is defined as: ware (such as fittings, cutlery, tools, utensils, or parts of machines) made of metal.

What is another word for "Hardware"?

Other words for "Hardware" include accoutrements, apparatus, equipment, gear, kit, material(s), matériel and outfit. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Hardware" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Hardware"?

There are 34 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Hardware". Common alternatives include accoutrements, apparatus, equipment, gear, kit, material(s), matériel, outfit, paraphernalia and stuff.

How do you use "Hardware" in a sentence?

Examples of "Hardware" in a sentence: "gathered together the hardware needed to set up a first aid station at the finish line for the marathon".

Is "Hardware" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Hardware" is a noun.

Is "Hardware" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Hardware" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Hardware"?

"Hardware" is pronounced /ˈhärd-ˌwer/ and divided into syllables as hard·ware.

What is the origin of the word "Hardware"?

First known use: 15th century.