Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

headless

Adjective

/ˈhɛd.ləs/

Definition

Lacking a head; specifically, used to describe a system or software that operates without a user interface or a manager.

Examples

The headless horseman is a popular figure in folklore.
Headless CMS tools allow developers to create content without being tied to a front-end.
The headless chicken ran around the farm after its head was chopped off.

Meaning

The term ‘headless’ typically refers to an object or system that does not have a head in a literal sense, but it’s often used in technology to describe applications that run without a visible interface.