English Explanatory Dictionary

computer virus

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A program which can covertly transmit itself between computers via networks (especially the Internet) or removable storage such as disks and USB drives, often causing damage to systems and data.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

computer virus computer viruses computer viri computer vira

Synonyms

virus

Related words

malware
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