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Software Development

/ˈsɔːf.twɛər dɪˈvɛl.əp.mənt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A field of study and practice focused on the creation of software solutions.

    "Many universities offer degrees in software development to prepare students for careers in technology."
  2. 2

    The process of designing, creating, testing, and maintaining software applications.

    "The software development lifecycle includes stages such as planning, coding, testing, and deployment."

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The term 'software' originated in the 1960s as a counterpart to 'hardware', referring to the intangible components of a computer system. 'Development' comes from the Old French 'desveloper', meaning to unwrap or unfold, which evolved to signify the process of growth or advancement in various contexts.

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