popular plugin

[/ˈpɒpjələr ˈplʌɡɪn/]
nounmasculinepl: popular plugins / plugins populares
plugin popular
1. A widely-used software extension or add-on that enhances the functionality of a larger application, browser, or platform
WordPress has many popular plugins that help users create websites without coding knowledge.
WordPress tem muitos plugins populares que ajudam os usuários a criar sites sem conhecimento de programação.
2. A software component that is frequently downloaded, installed, and used by a significant portion of a software community
Flash was once a popular plugin for web browsers before being phased out.
Flash foi uma vez um plugin popular para navegadores web antes de ser descontinuado.
In Brazil's growing tech community, the term 'plugin popular' is commonly used in startup hubs like São Paulo. The English term 'plugin' is frequently adopted in Portuguese tech documentation and discussions, often without translation. In Portugal, 'extensão' may be preferred, though 'plugin' is also understood. This reflects the international nature of software development and the influence of English in the tech industry across Portuguese-speaking regions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
widely-used extensioncommon add-onwell-known plugintrending extension
Antonyms / Antônimos
obscure pluginunpopular extensionniche pluginrarely-used add-on

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
plugin popular
Standard usage in tech communities and documentation
Rio de Janeiro
plugin popular
Same as general usage; tech term remains consistent
São Paulo
plugin popular
Same as general usage; widely used in tech sector
Portugal
extensão popular / plugin popular
May use 'extensão' more commonly; English term 'plugin' also widely used

Related Words

pluginadd-onextensionsoftwarebrowser extensionwidgetmoduleapplication

Related Idioms & Phrases

go viral as a plugin
become a must-have plugin
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