software

noun
UK: /ˈsɒftweə/
US: /ˈsɔːftwer/

  1. The programs used to operate computers and related devices.

    1. I installed new software on my laptop yesterday
    2. The company develops innovative software solutions for data analysis purposes.

  2. Applications, scripts, and programs on a device.

    1. This software helps me organize all my digital photos
    2. Our engineering team tests new software rigorously to ensure its reliability before release.

Synonyms

code
software verb

  1. To install or update software on a device.

    1. I will software my PC tonight.
    2. They will software all computers with the new security patch next week.
software adjective

  1. Relating to software, rather than hardware.

    1. The software update fixed several bugs
    2. A software engineer is needed to improve our computer systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "software" in English means: The programs used to operate computers and related devices., Applications, scripts, and programs on a device..

The phonetic transcription of "software" is /ˈsɒftweə/ in British English and /ˈsɔːftwer/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "software": code.

Example usage of "software": "I installed new software on my laptop yesterday". More examples on the page.