synchronous

synchronous
synchronous 1660s, "existing or happening at the same time," from L.L. synchronus "simultaneous," from Gk. synchronos "happening at the same time," from syn- "together" + khronos "time." Meaning "recurring at the same successive instants of time" is attested from 1670s.

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  • synchronous —    Having a constant time interval between successive bits, characters, or vents. Most mainframes use synchronous communications …   IT glossary of terms, acronyms and abbreviations

  • synchronous — adj. (often foll. by with) existing or occurring at the same time. Phrases and idioms: synchronous motor Electr. a motor having a speed exactly proportional to the current frequency. Derivatives: synchronously adv. Etymology: LL synchronus f. Gk… …   Useful english dictionary

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