Meaning ofhackerin English

Noun

1. one who accesses computer systems unauthorized
2. an expert in creative problem-solving; programming
3. a skilled computer programmer; solver of technical issues
   The company hired a hacker to fix the software bug.
4. one who gains unauthorized access; for malicious purposes
   A malicious hacker tried to steal personal data from the website.
5. a security professional; protecting systems from threats
   The security team employed a hacker to test their system's vulnerability.
6. a cheater in video games using modifications
   Some players accused him of being a hacker for using cheats in the game.
7. an unskilled person in a particular activity
   The new employee was a hacker at gardening, often killing his plants.
8. one who cuts with heavy blows; inexperienced in sports
   The young boxer was a hacker, swinging wildly with no technique.