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Synonyms: softwire, softwear, giftware, softcore, softwares, soft wart

Antonyms: softwire, softwear, giftware, softcore, softwares, soft wart

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|computing}} [[encode|Encoded]] [[computer]] [[instructions]], usually modifiable (unless stored in some form of unalterable memory such as [[ROM]]).
2. {{lb|en|military}} The human beings involved in warfare, as opposed to [[hardware]] such as weapons and vehicles.
3. {{lb|en|music industry|dated}} Recorded music content, as opposed to the hardware necessary for reproducing it.
4. {{lb|en|archaic}} {{1|soft goods}}, such as [[textile]]s.

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