multi-platform
|mul-ti-plat-form|
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/ˌmʌltiˈplætfɔrm/
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/ˌmʌltiˈplætfɔːm/
compatible across systems
Etymology
Etymology Information
'multi-platform' originates from the combination of 'multi-' meaning 'many' and 'platform' referring to a computing environment.
Historical Evolution
'multi-platform' evolved from the need for software to operate across different systems, becoming a common term in the tech industry.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to software that could run on more than one type of computer, and this meaning has largely remained the same.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
compatible with or able to operate on multiple computing platforms or systems.
The software is multi-platform, running on both Windows and macOS.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41