OXFORD 9000
📚 noun • entry_id 4578

kernel

/ˈkɜː.nəl/
Meanings (ES + gloss)
núcleo
The core, center, or essence of an object or system.
the kernel of an argument
almendra • núcleo
The central (usually edible) part of a nut, especially once the hard shell has been removed.
grano
A single seed or grain, especially of corn or wheat.
hueso • núcleo
The stone of certain fruits, such as peaches or plums.
granelo • núcleo
The central part of many computer operating systems which manages the system's resources and the communication between hardware and software components.
The Linux kernel is open-source.
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