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Definition of feature creep
feature creep 
noun - uncountable
- the condition where more and more features get added to a system that it becomes difficult to use, requires more computer resources, etc.
We've been trying to fight feature creep, but the CEO always wants us to cram in more functionality.
- See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.
Last edited on Nov 15 2011. Submitted by WalterGR (via TheJargonFile) on Aug 14 2009.
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| Definitions include: the phenomenon whereby the beginning of the Christmas shopping "season" beings earlier each consecutive year. | |
| Definitions include: to show interest in a member of the opposite sex by flirting or trying to be noticed. | |
| Definitions include: a weird or disturbed person. | |
| Definitions include: to creep up on. | |
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| Definitions include: n. | |
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| Definitions include: when the scope of a project keeps expanding. | |
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