antivirus
Translation
antivirus
Examples
You should install antivirus software on your computer.
You should install antivirus software on your computer.
My antivirus detected a threat.
My antivirus detected a threat.
Grammar Patterns
((antivirus)) ((software)) software designed to detect and destroy computer viruses You should install antivirus software.
Similar Words
Synonyms: firewall, malware protection
Etymology
From the prefix 'anti-' (against) and 'virus'. It means 'something that is against a virus'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as software that is 'anti' (against) computer 'viruses'.