| Main Entry: | killer application |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | any computer program that is so useful or great that people feel they must have it; also called killer app |
| Etymology: | killer 'impressive, excellent' + (computer) application |
| Usage: | computing |
Killer Application
Killer application or "killer app" is a buzzword that describes a software application that surpasses all of its competitors.
Investopedia Commentary
The term is sometimes used to describe a type of software. For example, email applications have been described as the killer app of the 90s.
See also: Com Dev Company