Meaning of the word "anti-virus program" in English

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anti-virus program

US /ˈæn.taɪˌvaɪ.rəs ˈproʊ.ɡræm/
UK /ˈæn.taɪˌvaɪ.rəs ˈproʊ.ɡræm/
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Noun

1.

a computer program that detects, prevents, and removes malicious software like viruses, worms, and Trojans

Example:
You should always have an anti-virus program installed on your computer.
The anti-virus program detected a threat and quarantined the file.
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