Wimbleware
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-006606
Slang for software that is perceived as weak, flimsy, or poorly constructed, analogous to a wimble, which is a simple hand tool for boring small holes. The term implies that the software lacks robustness, features, or reliability, making it unsuitable for professional or demanding tasks. It is a pejorative label contrasting with powerful, well-engineered software applications.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-006606 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Shop talk and trade slang |
| Translations | German: Wimbleware; Spanish: Wimbleware; French: Wimbleware |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Wimbleware",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "Slang for software that is perceived as weak, flimsy, or poorly constructed, analogous to a wimble, which is a simple hand tool for boring small holes. The term implies that the software lacks robustness, features, or reliability, making it unsuitable for professional or demanding tasks. It is a pejorative label contrasting with powerful, well-engineered software applications.",
"subject": "Shop talk and trade slang",
"translations": {
"de": "Wimbleware",
"es": "Wimbleware",
"fr": "Wimbleware"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/wimbleware/"
}
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