daemon

Meanings

• noun

  A background process or program that runs in the operating system, performing long-term functions or services.

  - "The daemon process manages file systems in Unix-based operating systems."
  - "The email daemon delivers emails in the background."

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Synonyms

genius , tutelary deity

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with daemon
charm , farm , garam , harm , marshmallow , psalm

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Variants

List of all variants of daemon that leads to same result
daemon , daemons , demon , demonian , demons

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Etymology

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From Greek δαιμων (daimon), a supernatural being or spirit.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'daemon' is often used in programming and technology to refer to background processes or services.

2. In ancient Greek religion, daemons were believed to influence the lives of individuals and could be appeased through rituals and offerings.

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Related Concepts

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1. demon: Daemon and demon are often used interchangeably, but demon typically refers to a malevolent supernatural being, while daemon refers to a neutral or benevolent one.

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Culture

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In ancient Greek religion and mythology, a daemon was a supernatural being or spirit that could be either benevolent or malevolent. In literature, daemons have appeared in various works such as John Milton's 'Paradise Lost' and Philip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' series.

How to Memorize "daemon"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small, invisible program running in the background, performing tasks without user intervention.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'daemon' with the concept of a background process or program.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'daemons' are 'daemonic' background processes.

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