Meaning of Trojan in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈtroʊdʒən/

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1. Noun

   Trojan

   Definitions

   1. a native of ancient Troy
2. 2. a program that appears desirable but actually contains something harmful

   Examples

   • « the contents of a trojan can be a virus or a worm »
   • « when he downloaded the free game it turned out to be a trojan horse »

3. Qualitative Adjective

   Trojan

   Etymology

   Middle English: from Latin Troianus, from Troia‘Troy’

   Definitions

   1. of or relating to the ancient city of Troy or its inhabitants

   Examples

   • « Trojan cities »