brain·pow·er

brain·pow·er
/ˈbreınˌpawɚ/ noun [noncount]
1 : the ability to think intelligently

The brainpower of the staff constitutes the company's greatest asset.

The product is supposed to boost your brainpower.

2 : people who are very intelligent

The company is increasing efforts to recruit scientific brainpower.


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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