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cruft

/krʌft/ noun · British & US
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What does cruft mean?

noun

Unnecessary or unwanted features or data in a system or design; unwanted or unnecessary material or information.

Example

"The new software update removed a lot of cruft from the interface, making it more user-friendly."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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