Phrase guide
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noun
A suite of programs that function as a single entity to accomplish a task, or group of related tasks.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
merchandise consisting of a computer program that is offered for sale
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: software product
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: merchandise, ware, product
noun
(computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Synonyms: software, software program, computer software, software system, package
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: code, computer code
Narrower terms: alpha software, authoring language, beta software, compatible software, computer-aided design, CAD, freeware, groupware, operating system, OS, program, programme, computer program, computer programme, routine, subroutine, subprogram, procedure, function, shareware, shrink-wrapped software, spyware, supervisory software, software documentation, documentation, database management system, DBMS, upgrade
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