antivirus

CEFRB2

/ˈantɪvʌɪrəs/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    Software that finds and removes harmful computer programs.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A piece of software that is used to detect, delete and or neutralize computer-based viruses.

Examples

  • Did you install antivirus software on your computer?

  • Tom hasn't updated the antivirus software on his computer in a long time.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

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In context

  • She downloaded an antivirus.

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

You should install reliable blank software to protect your computer from malicious programs.

Practise this properly in the app, where the word comes back before you forget it.

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Origin

noun

From anti- + virus.