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Meaning of "multitasking" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF MULTITASKING

multitasking  [ˈmʌltɪˌtɑːskɪŋ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF MULTITASKING

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Multitasking is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES MULTITASKING MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Computer multitasking

In computing, multitasking is a method where multiple tasks are performed during the same period of time – they are executed concurrently instead of sequentially. The tasks share common processing resources, such as a CPU and main memory. Multitasking does not necessarily mean that multiple tasks are executing at exactly the same instant. In other words, multitasking does not imply parallelism, but it does mean that more than one task can be part-way through execution at the same time, and more than one task is advancing over a given period of time. In the case of a computer with a single CPU, only one task is said to be running at any point in time, meaning that the CPU is actively executing instructions for that task. Multitasking solves the problem by scheduling which task may be the one running at any given time, and when another waiting task gets a turn. The act of reassigning a CPU from one task to another one is called a context switch. When context switches occur frequently enough, the illusion of parallelism is achieved.

Definition of multitasking in the English dictionary

The definition of multitasking in the dictionary is the execution of various diverse tasks simultaneously. Other definition of multitasking is the carrying out of two or more tasks at the same time by one person.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH MULTITASKING


banking
ˈbæŋkɪŋ
booking
ˈbʊkɪŋ
breaking
ˈbreɪkɪŋ
burlesquing
bɜːˈleskɪŋ
busking
ˈbʌskɪŋ
clicking
ˈklɪkɪŋ
cooking
ˈkʊkɪŋ
drinking
ˈdrɪŋkɪŋ
fucking
ˈfʌkɪŋ
hot-desking
ˈdɛskɪŋ
king
kɪŋ
making
ˈmeɪkɪŋ
masking
ˈmɑːskɪŋ
monotasking
ˈmɒnəʊˌtɑːskɪŋ
networking
ˈnɛtˌwɜːkɪŋ
parking
ˈpɑːkɪŋ
ranking
ˈræŋkɪŋ
smoking
ˈsməʊkɪŋ
speaking
ˈspiːkɪŋ
sucking
ˈsʌkɪŋ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE MULTITASKING

multistrike
multisulcate
multisyllabic
multisystem
multitalented
multitask
multiterminal
multithreading
multitiered
multiton
multitone
multitool
multitowered
multitrack
multitrillion
multitude
multitudinary
multitudinous
multitudinously
multitudinousness

WORDS THAT END LIKE MULTITASKING

backing
baking
blocking
checking
hacking
hiking
in the making
licking
mocking
on-street parking
packing
picking
shocking
striking
talking
thinking
tracking
Viking
walking
working

Synonyms and antonyms of multitasking in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «multitasking» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF MULTITASKING

Find out the translation of multitasking to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of multitasking from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «multitasking» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

多任务处理
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

multitarea
570 millions of speakers

English

multitasking
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

मल्टीटास्किंग
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تعدد المهام
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

многозадачность
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

multitasking
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

মাল্টিটাস্কিং
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

multitâche
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Multitasking
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Multitasking
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

マルチタスク
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

멀티 태스킹
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Multitasking
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

đa nhiệm
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பல்பணி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

मल्टीटास्किंग
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

çoklu görev
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

multitasking
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

wielozadaniowość
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

багатозадачність
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

multitasking
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

multitasking
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

multitasking
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

multitasking
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

multitasking
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of multitasking

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «MULTITASKING»

The term «multitasking» is quite widely used and occupies the 29.501 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «MULTITASKING» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about multitasking

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10 QUOTES WITH «MULTITASKING»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word multitasking.
1
Marco Arment
In the modern desktop environment, with multitasking and alerts and constant activity, there are always more distractions. When you're at a computer, your hands are always on the controls.
2
Monica Denise Brown
Multitasking is a part of my everyday life.
3
Patrick Chan
I'm not good at multitasking.
4
Weili Dai
It is pure mythology that women cannot perform as well as men in science, engineering and mathematics. In my experience, the opposite is true: Women are often more adept and patient at untangling complex problems, multitasking, seeing the possibilities in new solutions and winning team support for collaborative action.
5
Frank Delaney
If you ever want to understand multitasking in prose, James Joyce is your man.
6
Len Goodman
I'm a technophobe. I can't crack the iPhone, and the extent of my multitasking is being able to talk while I make a drink.
7
Mireille Guiliano
Women are smarter by basic instinct and by what we have to do to multitask at home and at work. My mother did that 50 years ago, but it wasn't called multitasking or stress back then. She had a job, two kids and the meals to make with no cook or maid. My father would come home every day and expect lunch. He was a nice guy, but he was clueless!
8
Carl Honore
In this media-drenched, multitasking, always-on age, many of us have forgotten how to unplug and immerse ourselves completely in the moment. We have forgotten how to slow down. Not surprisingly, this fast-forward culture is taking a toll on everything from our diet and health to our work and the environment.
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Heidi Klum
Keeping it all together as a modern woman means multitasking, especially when you work. I think you always need to try your best, but at the same time you can only do what you can do, and you don't need to beat yourself up about it. I'm not white-picket-fence perfect.
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Risa Lavizzo-Mourey
My mother was a pediatrician, and she kept busy hours. I learned from her you could pack a lot into the day. Every minute had to count, and multitasking was a given.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «MULTITASKING»

Discover the use of multitasking in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to multitasking and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Multitasking Mind
And ultimately, how can we take advantage of the benefits of multitasking while alleviating its negative effects in our daily lives? This book presents the theory of threaded cognition, a theory that aims to explain the multitasking mind.
Dario D. Salvucci, Niels A. Taatgen, 2010
2
Embedded Multitasking
The techniques presented in this book allow the design of robust multitasking firmware through the use of interleaved state machines. This book presents a complete overview of multitasking terminology and basic concepts.
Keith E. Curtis, 2011
3
The Myth of Multitasking: How "Doing It All" Gets Nothing Done
THE. ORIGIN. Helen stretched and rubbed her arms as if she had just been through a workout. Then she shook her head at Phil. “I don't get it. If multitasking is such a bad thing, then why does everyone do it?” “Basically it's because the word ...
Dave Crenshaw, 2010
4
The Multitasking Myth: Handling Complexity in Real-World ...
Chapter. 2. What. is. Multitasking. and. How. is. it. Accomplished'? In this chapter we present an overview of the influences of concurrent task demands in modem life, and we identify the cognitive issues that determine how well individuals are ...
Dr R Key Dismukes, Dr Loukia D Loukopoulos, Dr Immanuel Barshi, 2012
5
C and the 8051: programming for multitasking
This guide to programming the 8051 is unique in that it uses the three major programming languages, details the specific multi-tasking features of the 8051, and emphasizes the overall design focus that must go along with good software ...
Thomas W. Schultz, 1993
6
Understanding and Predicting Multitasking Performance Using ...
To this end, I review non-cognitive predictors of multitasking performance and highlight a major methodological issue.
Elizabeth M. Oberlander, 2008
7
Predicting Multitasking Performance from Self-report of ...
Approach and avoid temperament were examined as predictors of multitasking performance.
Sarah Pachulicz, 2008
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A Framework for Intelligent Notification Management in ...
Interruptions in the workplace are becoming increasingly prevalent due to the proliferation of proactive behavior within communication applications and collaborative practices.
Shamsi Tamara Iqbal, 2008
9
Multitasking: Webster's Facts and Phrases
Excerpt: KEN SMITH: It's not necessarily pretentious. I mean, some words I don't like but I can't think of a better way of saying it -- for example, 'multitasking.' I don't like 'multitasking.' It just seems kind of long and grating.
‎2008
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C and the 8051: Hardware, modular programming, and multitasking
This book is written for the industrial electronics engineer who needs to use or switch to the Intel 8051 family of microcontrollers and implement it using a C programming language.
Thomas W. Schultz, 1998

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «MULTITASKING»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term multitasking is used in the context of the following news items.
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Multitasking study reveals surprising exercising results
Well you know the general sentiment about multitasking be great at one thing or mediocre at several things. But now one study out of the ... «MyFox Houston, Jul 15»
2
Not Good At Multitasking? These Tips Could Be Of Help
However, when it comes to multitasking, let's admit that it's not everyone's cup of tea. While some people are naturally blessed with multitasking ... «LifeHacker India, Jul 15»
3
Multitasking and modern media: Diluting our experiences
How our ever-expanding culture is luring us away from simplistic activities allied with social media. The volume of information makes it hard to ... «Blasting News, Jul 15»
4
Multitasking Isn't Always the Best Idea for Business Owners
So when multitasking in business and deciding how to dedicate your attention, consider how each activity can benefit your company's main ... «Small Business Trends, Jul 15»
5
What's on your summer reading list? Multitasking Moms and Dads
What are you reading on summer vacation? A few of my all-time favorite beach books, what I call smart-girl chick lit. (Rachel, Creative ... «cleveland.com, Jul 15»
6
iOS 9 Multitasking for iPad: This Is More Like It
iOS has had multitasking for quite a while now — apps can run (temporarily) in the background, and can even wake up and perform actions in ... «Laptop Mag, Jul 15»
7
At Work: Multitasking is impossible from one brain
If I directly told him his multitasking scares me, he would laugh and call me a sissy. If I pressed it, I think he'd be angry. I don't know anyone who ... «Sarasota Herald-Tribune, Jul 15»
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Alessandra Ambrosio: Multitasking in Santa Monica
Taking care of some errands, Alessandra Ambrosio showed up on the streets of Los Angeles on Wednesday afternoon (July 15). The Victoria's ... «GossipCenter.com, Jul 15»
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iOS 9 Multitasking On Ipad Air 2: Picture In Picture, Slide Over …
iOS 9 open beta features multitasking on iPad Air 2 lets the user open two apps at a time. The new multitasking capabilities including picture in ... «Venture Capital Post, Jul 15»
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5 Multitasking Exercises For Fast Results
These multitasking moves from Self help you see results fast. Weights aren't the only way to get sculpted: Resistance bands are powerful (and ... «POPSUGAR, Jul 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Multitasking [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/multitasking>. Apr 2024 ».
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