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trojan

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Noun — A type of malicious computer program disguised as something harmless or useful.

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Etymology

The malware sense comes from "Trojan horse," the deceptive wooden horse from the legend of the fall of Troy.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “trojan” mean?

The word “trojan” means a type of malicious computer program disguised as something harmless or useful. In plain terms, malware disguised as legitimate software, or (capitalized) relating to ancient Troy.

How do you pronounce “trojan”?

“Trojan” is pronounced TROHD-zhuhn (/ˈtɹoʊd͡ʒən/ in IPA).

How do you use “trojan” in a sentence?

Here is “trojan” used in a sentence: “The email attachment turned out to be a trojan that stole passwords.”

What part of speech is “trojan”?

Depending on how it is used, “trojan” can be a noun and an adjective.

Is “trojan” a common word?

“Trojan” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “trojan” have?

“Trojan” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a type of malicious computer program disguised as something harmless or useful.

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