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What does the word native mean in software development

I have encountered a new word recently in my software career, and as a final year student. I was wondering what does the word "Native" mean, in world of tech. A lot of developers mention it nowadays and I just can't seem to get my head around it.

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Fraser McTaggart

A native app is an application developed specifically for that platform, for example an app installed from the Play Store, or an app from App store.

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Fraser McTaggart • Edited

That's why I said specifically for that platform. :)
But your examples are much clearer, thanks for clarifying.

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