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What (who) is kernels - definition
WIKIMEDIA DISAMBIGUATION PAGE
Kernel (mathematics); Kernel (computers); Kernel (software engineering); Kernels; Kernal; Kernel (software); Computer kernel; Kernel (disambiguation); Kernel (mathematic); Kernal (computing); Kernel-based; Kernel of a mapping; Kernel of a transform; Kernel (computing); Kernel (company)
kernel
(Note: NOT "kernal").
1. <operating system> The essential part of Unix or other
operating systems, responsible for resource allocation,
low-level hardware interfaces, security etc. See also
microkernel.
2. <language> An essential subset of a programming language,
in terms of which other constructs are (or could be) defined.
Also known as a core language.
(1996-06-07)
kernel
['k?:n(?)l]
¦ noun
1. a softer part of a nut, seed, or fruit stone contained within its hard shell.
the seed and hard husk of a cereal, especially wheat.
2. the central or most important part of something.
Computing the most basic level or core of an operating system.
Origin
OE cyrnel, dimin. of corn1.
kernel
(kernels)
1.
The kernel of a nut is the part that is inside the shell.
N-COUNT
2.
The kernel of something is the central and most important part of it.
The kernel of that message was that peace must not be a source of advantage or disadvantage for anyone.
= core, crux
N-COUNT: usu sing, usu N of n
3.
A kernel of something is a small element of it.
For all I know, there may be a kernel of truth in what he says.
= grain
N-COUNT: usu sing, usu N of n
Examples of use of kernels
1. Corn kernels are used for the ethanol now in gasoline.
2. Ratafia was a cordial flavored with fruit kernels or almonds.
3. I‘ve done it with pumpkin seeds and pine kernels.
4. A maximum of two bitter apricot kernels may be safely eaten in one day, it said.
5. Let the popcorn pop, shaking the pan every now and then to keep the kernels moving.