device driver

dɪˈvaɪs ˈdraɪvə

Definition

Definition of device driver - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

computer software

TECH.

software that lets the OS talk to hardware devices

TECH.

The printer needs a device driver to work properly.
You need a device driver for this webcam.
The device driver update fixed the sound issue.

controller

driver

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Expressions with device

cleaning device

tool or machine for removing dirt or dust

The vacuum cleaner is a popular cleaning device.

electronic device

gadget with electronic components

The electronic device stopped working after it got wet.

exercise device

equipment designed for physical activity and fitness

The gym has a new exercise device for cardio workouts.

measuring device

instrument used to determine size, amount, or degree

The ruler is a simple measuring device.

memory device

technique to help remember information

Using acronyms is a common memory device for students.

smart device

electronic item that can process data and connect to networks

Her smart device tracks sleep and sends alerts.

Expressions with driver

driver's seat

seat in a vehicle for the driver

He adjusted the mirrors from the driver's seat.

backseat driver

person giving unwanted advice or directions

She was a backseat driver during the entire project.

slave driver

person who overworks others ruthlessly

He was known as a slave driver in the office for his harsh demands.

in the driver's seat

adv.

in control of a situation or entity

With the new promotion, she's in the driver's seat.

bus driver

person who operates a bus for public transport

The bus driver greeted every passenger with a smile.

crane driver

person who operates a crane machine

The crane driver carefully lifted the steel beams.

race car driver

person who races cars professionally or competitively

The race car driver won the championship.

race driver

person who drives racing cars competitively

The race driver won the championship with ease.

racing driver

person who drives racing cars professionally

The racing driver won the championship this year.

taxi driver

person who drives a taxi for passengers

The taxi driver took us to the airport.

Terms with device driver included in their meaning

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hand control

transportation

adapted driving device letting a driver operate pedals using the hands

dead man's brake

automatic stop

safety device that stops a vehicle if the driver is incapacitated

parking aid

transportation

device or system that helps a driver park a vehicle more safely

steering wheel spinner knob

car

device on steering wheel making turning easier for any driver

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French:pilote, ...
German:Gerätetreiber, ...
Italian:driver, ...
Spanish:controlador, ...
Portuguese:controlador de dispositivo, ...
Chinese:设备驱动程序, ...
Japanese:デバイスドライバ, ...
Arabic:بَرْنامَج التَّشْغِيل, ...
Hebrew:דְּרַיְבֶּר, ...
Russian:драйвер устройства, ...
Ukrainian:драйвер, ...
Hindi:डिवाइस ड्राइवर, ...
Bengali:ডিভাইস ড্রাইভার, ...
Catalan:controlador de dispositiu, ...
Czech:ovladač zařízení, ...
Danish:enhedsdriver, ...
Dutch:stuurprogramma, ...
Greek:οδηγός συσκευής, ...
Hungarian:illesztőprogram, ...
Khmer:កម្មវិធីបញ្ជាឧបករណ៍, ...
Korean:디바이스 드라이버, ...
Persian:درایور دستگاه, ...
Polish:sterownik urządzenia, ...
Portuguese (BR):driver de dispositivo, ...
Romanian:driver, ...
Swedish:drivrutin, ...
Thai:โปรแกรมควบคุมอุปกรณ์, ...
Turkish:aygıt sürücüsü, ...
Vietnamese:trình điều khiển thiết bị, ...

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