plug-in
noun [ C ] uk/ˈplʌɡ.ɪn/ us/ˈplʌɡ.ɪn/
（计算机程序的）插件
a small computer program that makes a larger one work faster or have more features
The plug-in lets users quickly search their e-mail inboxes and connect with contacts.
Plug-ins can be used to support virus scanning, file compression and file encryption software.
Compare: patch noun (COMPUTER)
- More examples
- It works through a small browser plug-in.
- This is a plug-in, that is a small program that adds some specified capability to an internet browser.
- If you need to edit something, you just find the appropriate plug-in and go.