supermini

[soo-per-min-ee] /ˈsu pərˌmɪn i/

noun, Computers.

the fastest and most powerful type of minicomputer, with capabilities more commonly associated with mainframes.

Also called superminicomputer

[soo-per-min-ee-kuh m-pyoo-ter] /ˌsu pərˈmɪn i kəmˌpyu tər/ (Show IPA).

Origin

super- + mini(computer)

British Dictionary definitions for super minicomputer

supermini

/ˈsuːpəˌmɪnɪ/

noun

(pl) -nis. a small car, usually a hatchback, that is economical to run but has a high level of performance

super minicomputer in Technology

computer
Any minicomputer distinguished by having intelligent peripherals or multiple processors. The DEC PDP-8 was a minicomputer, the PDP-11 could be a minicomputer or a super minicomputer depending upon the sub-model.
(2004-08-25)