What is the meaning of Trojan?

noun

  • A native of ancient Troy.
  • A program that appears desirable but actually contains something harmful.
    • usage: "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"

adjective

  • Of or relating to the ancient city of Troy or its inhabitants.
    • usage: "Trojan cities"
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