Meaning of the word applet in English

What does applet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

applet

US /ˈæp.lət/
UK /ˈæp.lət/
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Noun

a small application that performs a specific task, typically one that can be downloaded and run on a web browser

Example:
The website uses a Java applet to display interactive charts.
Security concerns have led to a decline in the use of browser-based applets.