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sidegrade

noun, verb — 3 senses

sidegrade

noun

/ˈsaɪd(ˌ)ɡɹeɪd/

Etymology Blend of side + upgrade.

1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences A form of upgrade involving a switch to a different but equivalent product, e.g. another manufacturer or another operating system.

2

Games, Gaming A choice that is comparatively different but not objectively better or worse than another.

sidegrade

verb

Etymology Blend of side + upgrade.

1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences Ambitransitive To switch to a different but equivalent product.

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