webframework

noun

UK /ˈwɛbˌfreɪmwɜːk/

US /ˈwɛbˌfreɪmwɜːrk/

A webframework is a set of tools that helps people build websites more easily.

She used a webframework to build her school's website in just one day.

SYNONYMS

web toolkit web library web platform web scaffold web infrastructure

RELATED WORDS

website programming code server developer

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A software library that provides ready-made parts for building web applications.

The developer chose a popular webframework to handle routing and forms.

3. A structured collection of code and rules for making web pages and services.

This webframework includes templates and security features out of the box.

4. A foundation layer that supports building and running web-based software.

Their team built the app on an open-source webframework.