kernel

(Note: NOT "kernal").

1. <operating system> The essential part of Unix or other operating systems, responsible for resource allocation, low-level hardware interfaces, security etc. See also microkernel.

2. <language> An essential subset of a programming language, in terms of which other constructs are (or could be) defined. Also known as a core language.

Nearby terms:
Kerberos « Kermit « kernal « kernel » Kernel Parlog » Kernel User Interface Package » kerning