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boot

/buːt/  ·  say it: boot

to start up a computer

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In more detail

1. (noun) a type of shoe that covers the foot and ankle, and often the lower leg

2. (noun) the storage space at the back of a car for luggage

3. (verb) to start up a computer or other electronic device

4. (verb) to kick something forcefully

Examples

• 1. She wore black leather boots in the winter.
• 2. We put our suitcases in the boot of the car.
• 3. I need to boot up my computer before I can work.

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backup, big data, binary, botnet, CAPTCHA, compiler