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peripheral Definition and Meaning in English (peripheral definition)

adjective
Synonyms:externaloutersecondary
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Peripheral definition: Relating to or situated on the edge or periphery of something.

Definitions of Peripheral

  1. 1adjective

    Relating to or situated on the edge or periphery of something.

  2. 2noun

    A device that connects to a computer but is not an essential part of it, such as a printer or scanner.

  3. 3adjective

    Of secondary or minor importance; not central.

Example Sentences

“The peripheral nervous system extends beyond the brain and spinal cord.”

“We need to buy new computer peripherals like a mouse and keyboard.”

“The issue was peripheral to the main discussion.”

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nounperiphery
adverbperipherally

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

peripheral visioncollocation

The part of a field of vision outside the area of central focus.

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Peripheral definition: Relating to or situated on the edge or periphery of something.
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