USB

abbreviation for

, Computers.

1. universal serial bus: an external serial bus interface standard for connecting peripheral devices to a computer, as in a USB port or USB cable .

USB

abbreviation for

1. Universal Serial Bus: a standard for connection sockets on computers and other electronic equipment

Word History and Origins

Origin of USB¹

First recorded in 1995

Example Sentences

He’s searching for passwords written down, or will use a plug-in smart USB adaptor to simulate a computer keyboard, breaking into a network.

From BBC

Parts of the US court system require certain documents to be filed on either paper, for example, or a secure device such as an encrypted USB drive.

From BBC

Which? recommends taking steps such as storing photos locally on a USB drive, sharing them on a joint access cloud service, or sharing login details using a password manager tool.

From BBC

USB sockets are a relative rarity, especially in older accommodations, and chances are slim the hotel will have an adapter to lend you.

From Los Angeles Times

These allegedly contained anti-Pyongyang leaflets, alongside food, medicine, money and USB sticks loaded with K-pop videos and dramas.

From BBC