software
noun
the programs used to direct the operation of a computer, as well as documentation giving instructions on how to use them.
softwares
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pluralof software.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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And with some of these softwares selling down to 10, 11, or 12 times earnings, you’ve got to say, ‘Actually, maybe they’re not as shocking businesses as you think.’
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 30, 2026
Experts at the lab used computer softwares to add muscles, flesh and skin to the scans of skulls, bringing out their facial features.
From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2025
All of the companies facing lawsuits used ALPRs, which harness A.I. computer vision technology to scan and track plates—the same technology is employed by face- and image-recognition softwares.
From Slate ● Sep. 24, 2024
Moreover, such softwares use predetermined words to isolate human sounds, while the sound made by victims may vary based on the situation.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 6, 2024
Is the old-fashioned method of using pen & paper better and, perhaps, more efficient than online softwares?
From Salon ● Aug. 20, 2022
