linux
B2 · Upper Int.★★☆☆☆
Simple Meaning
a free computer operating system that people can change and use on many devices.
When to Use
⚙️Technical💼Workplace English
Upper Intermediate — fluent in familiar topics
Examples in Conversation
“Our company runs all its servers on Linux.”
“I'm learning how to use Linux for my programming class.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
Any unix-like operating system distro that uses the Linux kernel.
Related Words
Synonyms:
operating systemOS
Word Family:
Linux userLinux system