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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

spyware

/ˈspaɪweɪr/ noun · British & US
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What does spyware mean?

noun

Software that is installed on a computer without the user's knowledge or consent, often for malicious purposes such as stealing personal data or displaying unwanted advertisements.

Example

"The company's spyware was detected by the antivirus software and removed."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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