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Noun dongle has 1 sense
  1. dongle - (computer science) an electronic device that must be attached to a computer in order for it to use protected software
    --1 is a kind of
    electronic device

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Dongle

Description:

A dongle refers to a small hardware device that can be connected to a computer or other electronic device to enable additional functionality or provide security features. Dongles are typically plugged into a USB port, but they can also utilize other connections such as HDMI or Lightning ports.

Sample Sentences:

  • 1. I forgot to bring my dongle, so I couldn't connect my wireless mouse to the laptop.
  • 2. The dongle provided by the software vendor ensures that only authorized users can access the application.
  • 3. An HDMI dongle can be connected to your TV to stream online content directly.
  • 4. He purchased a dongle to expand the storage capacity of his smartphone.

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