Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

foistware

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables: foist-ware
IPA

15

Scrabble Score

9

Letters

2

Syllables

9

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Software that is installed without the user's knowledge or consent, often bundled with another product.

Derogatory; Uncountable

Example Sentences

"They can acquire viruses, worms, foistware, and back doors."
"Is it possible to block foistware using Proxomitron or Privoxy filters ?"
"It is essential to check for spyware/hijackware/foistware."

Etymology

From foist + -ware.

Usage

Synonyms

bloatware crapware

Questions

What does foistware mean?: Software that is installed without the user's knowledge or consent, often bundled with another product.
Where does foistware come from?: From foist + -ware.

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