sherlock
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Meaning · English
To obsolete a unique feature in third-party software by introducing a similar or identical feature to the OS or a first-party program/app.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The thing software developers fear most is being "sherlocked".
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sherlock” mean?
To obsolete a unique feature in third-party software by introducing a similar or identical feature to the OS or a first-party program/app.
Is “sherlock” formal or informal?
sherlock is generally slang.