daemon
Произношение: [ˈdiːmən]
Слово
Контекст: «technology»
(noun) a program that runs in the background on a computer. It does work without needing a person to tell it what to do, like checking for emails.
Пример
The email daemon automatically checks for new messages every five minutes.
Пример
Without the daemon, my computer cannot receive emails on its own.
Пример
What tasks does the daemon perform while I use the computer?
Контекст: «mythology»
(noun) a spirit or supernatural being. It is often seen as a helpful creature, guiding or influencing people.
Пример
In ancient stories, a daemon would help heroes find their way.
Пример
Not every character had a daemon to assist them; some were left to be alone.
Пример
Can you tell me what kind of daemon assists the main character in the story?
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