application stack

noun

UK /ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən stæk/

US /ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən stæk/

A group of computer programs that work together to do a job.

The developers built the application stack so the website could run smoothly.

SYNONYMS

software stack tech stack solution stack technology stack

RELATED WORDS

framework platform middleware architecture runtime

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The layers of software, from the operating system to the user app, that support a service.

The application stack includes the database, server, and front-end code.

3. A set of tools and technologies chosen to build and run a product.

Our application stack uses Python, React, and PostgreSQL.

4. The collection of apps installed on a device or used by a team.

The company's application stack covers email, chat, and project tracking.