reusable application

noun

UK /riːˈjuːzəbl ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃn/

US /riˈjuːzəbl ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃn/

A reusable application is a computer program you can use again and again for many different things.

The teacher showed us a reusable application that helps us draw pictures and write stories.

SYNONYMS

reusable program modular app reusable software multi-use application reusable tool

RELATED WORDS

software app program code library framework

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A software component built to be used in many different programs without being rewritten.

The team saved time by adding a reusable application for login screens to every project.

3. An app designed to be used repeatedly for different tasks instead of just one.

This reusable application lets you make calendars, lists, and charts all in one place.

4. A piece of code that other programs can borrow and use again.

The reusable application handles all the math so the other programs don't have to.