Word: rootkit
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: root
kit
Definition: A set of software tools used by a third party to gain unauthorized access to a computer system and control the system while concealing itself from the user.
Morphemes:
Affix: root
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To get root or privileged access on a computer system or mobile phone, often through bypassing some security mechanism.
Affix: kit
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A full software distribution, as opposed to a patch or upgrade.