Word
ios
Phoneticsios
/ˈaɪoʊs/
Definitions
01Apple mobile operating system
n. Stands for iPhone Operating System. This is the software that makes your iPhone or iPad work.
n. Abbreviation for iPhone Operating System. The proprietary mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc. for its handheld devices.
“I need to update my phone to the latest version of iOS to use this app.”
“The developer noted that the application's performance improved significantly after the latest iOS kernel update was deployed.”
Technical
Usage
Usually written in lowercase 'i' followed by uppercase 'OS'.
Teaching tip
While originally used for both iPhone and iPad, Apple now uses 'iPadOS' for tablets, though many people still use 'iOS' as a general term for both.
Synonyms
02Greek island
n. A small Greek island in the Aegean Sea, known for its beautiful beaches and nightlife.
n. A specific island within the Cyclades group in the Aegean Sea, Greece.
“We took a ferry from Santorini to spend a few days on the island of Ios.”
“Archaeological excavations on Ios have revealed significant settlements dating back to the early Cycladic period.”
Formal
Usage
Always capitalized as a proper noun.
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