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libstdc++

C++ runtime Library of GNU toolchain
Not part of glibc, ships as part of the toolchain.

Why libstdc++ ships separately with the toolchain while Glibc is part of Linux system?

Standard C library is fundamental to Linux system as provides the bridge between the kernel and userspace.
C++ standard library is less fundamental and hence shipped as part of the toolchain.

See also

libc++ | glibc | libstdc++ |

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