What is another word for child process?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈa͡ɪld pɹˈə͡ʊsɛs] (IPA) 
A child process is an independently running process that is created by another process. There are several synonyms for the term "child process" depending on the context. One of the most commonly used synonyms is "subprocess". This term is used to describe a process that is created by another process to perform a specific task. Another synonym for a child process is "secondary process". This term emphasizes the subordinate position of this process in relation to the parent process. In some cases, a child process may also be referred to as a "worker process" or a "task process". These terms describe the function of the process and suggest that it is responsible for performing a specific function within a larger system.
