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daemons

The correct spelling is daemons.

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noun

Say it like: Dae-mon-s

The correct spelling is daemons. A process (a running program) that does not have a controlling terminal. For example: "He’s a demon at the card tables."

Usage Examples

He’s a demon at the card tables.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A process (a running program) that does not have a controlling terminal.
  2. 2.An evil supernatural spirit.
  3. 3.A neutral supernatural spirit.
  4. 4.Someone with great strength, passion or skill for a particular activity, pursuit etc.; an enthusiast.
  5. 5.A form of patience (known as Canfield in the US).

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