abstract
/ˈæbstrækt/
adjective · noun · verb
1Existing as an idea or quality rather than as a concrete
thing.The argument remained abstract.
2A summary of a longer work.The paper begins with an abstract.
address
/əˈdres; ˈædres/
verb · noun
1To speak or write to someone directly.She addressed the audience.
2The particulars of where a person or place may be found.Write the address clearly.
after
/ˈɑːftə/
preposition · conjunction · adverb
1Later than something in time or order.They left after midnight.
2Behind or following.One page came after another.
alias
/ˈeɪliəs/
noun · adverb
1A false or alternative name used by a person or thing.He travelled under an alias.
2Otherwise called; also known as.The plant, alias wild mint, grows nearby.
anonymous
/əˈnɒnɪməs/
adjective
1Having no name disclosed or known.The letter was anonymous.
2Made or done by someone whose identity is not stated.An anonymous donor paid the cost.
apply
/əˈplaɪ/
verb
1To put something to use or into operation.Apply the rule consistently.
2To make a formal request.She applied for the position.
3To place something on a surface.Apply a thin layer of paint.
as
/æz; əz/
conjunction · preposition · adverb
1While or when something is happening.She watched as the light faded.
2In the role or manner of.He worked as a translator.
assembly
/əˈsembli/
noun
1A group of people gathered together for a common purpose.The assembly met at noon.
2The act or process of putting parts together.Final assembly took an hour.
auto
/ˈɔːtəʊ/
noun · adjective · prefix
1An automobile.The collection included an early auto.
2Automatic; operating with little or no direct
intervention.The device was set to auto.
bool
/buːl/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form associated with Boolean: a value or expression
having one of two logical states.The result was stored as a bool.
break
/breɪk/
verb · noun
1To separate into parts by force or strain.The branch broke.
2To interrupt continuity.A question broke the silence.
3A pause or interruption.They took a short break.
byte
/baɪt/
noun
1A unit of digital information, commonly consisting of eight
bits.The value occupies one byte.
bytes
/baɪts/
noun plural
1Plural of byte: units of digital information.The file contains only a few bytes.
calldata
/ˈkɔːl deɪtə/
noun
1Data supplied together with a call or request.The message included its calldata.
case
/keɪs/
noun
1A particular instance or situation.In this case, no answer was required.
2A set of circumstances requiring consideration.The facts made a difficult case.
catch
/kætʃ/
verb · noun
1To stop and hold something in motion.She caught the falling glass.
2To notice or understand something easily missed.I did not catch the last word.
constant
/ˈkɒnstənt/
adjective · noun
1Remaining the same over time; unchanging.The pressure remained constant.
2A quantity or condition that does not change.One value was treated as a constant.
constructor
/kənˈstrʌktə/
noun
1A person or thing that constructs or builds.The bridge's constructor kept detailed records.
continue
/kənˈtɪnjuː/
verb
1To remain in progress without stopping.The rain continued.
2To begin again after an interruption.After a pause, she continued.
contract
noun /ˈkɒntrækt/ · verb /kənˈtrækt/
noun · verb
1A formal agreement between parties.They signed the contract.
2To become smaller or shorter.Metal contracts as it cools.
3To enter into a formal agreement.The company contracted to supply the work.
copyof
/ˈkɒpi əv/
compound noun
1Copy of: a reproduction or duplicate of something.The archive held a copyof the original record.
default
/dɪˈfɔːlt/
noun · verb
1A condition or choice that applies when no alternative is
specified.Silence became the default.
2Failure to fulfil an obligation.The loan fell into default.
define
/dɪˈfaɪn/
verb
1To state the exact nature, meaning, or limits of
something.The terms were carefully defined.
2To mark or establish a boundary.The river defines the border.
delete
/dɪˈliːt/
verb
1To remove written, recorded, or stored material.She deleted the final sentence.
do
/duː/
verb
1To perform or carry out an action.Do what is necessary.
2To complete or deal with a task.The work was done by noon.
else
/els/
adverb · adjective
1In addition to, or instead of, what has already been
mentioned.What else could be said?
2Different; other.Someone else had arrived.
emit
/ɪˈmɪt/
verb
1To send out or give off something such as light, sound, heat,
or a signal.The lamp emits a faint light.
enum
/ˈiːnʌm/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form of enumeration: an ordered listing of distinct
possibilities.The catalogue read like an enum of forms.
event
/ɪˈvent/
noun
1Something that happens, especially something notable or
planned.The event began at dusk.
2A particular occurrence or outcome.Each event was recorded separately.
external
/ɪkˈstɜːnəl/
adjective · noun
1Situated, originating, or operating outside something.The damage was external.
2Coming from outside rather than from within.They sought external advice.
fallback
/ˈfɔːlbæk/
noun · adjective
1A course of action used when a preferred option fails or is
unavailable.They prepared a fallback.
2Serving as a secondary or reserve option.A fallback plan was ready.
false
/fɔːls/
adjective
1Not in accordance with fact or reality.The report proved false.
2Not genuine; made to appear true.He used a false name.
final
/ˈfaɪnəl/
adjective · noun
1Coming at the end of a series or process.The final question remained.
2Conclusive; not intended to be changed.The decision is final.
fixed
/fɪkst/
adjective
1Fastened securely in position.The shelf is fixed to the wall.
2Not changing or able to be changed.The price remained fixed.
for
/fɔː; fə/
preposition · conjunction
1Intended to belong to, benefit, or concern someone or
something.This letter is for you.
2During a specified period.They waited for three hours.
function
/ˈfʌŋkʃən/
noun · verb
1The purpose or characteristic activity of something.The function of the key is to open the lock.
2To work or operate.The device continued to function.
hex
/heks/
noun · adjective · abbrev.
1A shortened form associated with hexadecimal: a system based on
sixteen distinct values.The number was written in hex.
2A spell or curse.They feared an old hex.
if
/ɪf/
conjunction · noun
1On the condition or supposition that.If it rains, we will remain inside.
2A condition or qualification.There were too many ifs.
immutable
/ɪˈmjuːtəbəl/
adjective
1Unable or not intended to be changed.The record was treated as immutable.
implements
/ˈɪmplɪments/
verb
1Puts a decision, plan, or system into practical effect.The policy implements the agreement.
import
verb /ɪmˈpɔːt/ · noun /ˈɪmpɔːt/
verb · noun
1To bring something in from elsewhere.The country imports fuel.
2Meaning or significance.They understood the import of the decision.
in
/ɪn/
preposition · adverb
1Within the limits or interior of something.A light was on in the room.
2Included or taking part.Are you in?
indexed
/ˈɪndekst/
adjective · verb
1Arranged or provided with an index.The volume is fully indexed.
2Linked or adjusted according to an index or reference
value.The payment was indexed to inflation.
inline
/ˈɪnlaɪn/
adjective · adverb
1Situated or occurring in a continuous line or sequence.The components were arranged inline.
2Inserted directly within surrounding material.The note appeared inline.
int
/ɪnt/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form associated with integer: a whole number
without a fractional part.The value was recorded as an int.
interface
/ˈɪntəfeɪs/
noun · verb
1A boundary at which two things meet and affect one
another.The shoreline forms an interface.
2A means by which two parties or systems communicate.Language became the interface between them.
internal
/ɪnˈtɜːnəl/
adjective
1Situated or occurring within something.The damage was internal.
2Relating to the inner workings or affairs of an organization or
system.The report was for internal use.
is
/ɪz/
verb
1Third-person singular present of be: exists or has a specified
identity or quality.The answer is simple.
let
/let/
verb · noun
1To allow or permit something to happen.Let the matter rest.
2To cause or enable something to move or act.She let the bird go.
library
/ˈlaɪbrəri/
noun
1A collection of books or other materials arranged for reading
or reference.The manuscript entered the library.
2A collection of reusable materials or resources.The archive formed a small library.
macro
/ˈmækrəʊ/
noun · adjective
1Something operating on or concerned with a large scale.The analysis moved from micro to macro.
2A stored sequence of instructions invoked as a single
action.She recorded a macro.
mapping
/ˈmæpɪŋ/
noun
1The act or process of making a map or establishing
correspondences.The mapping revealed a clear pattern.
2A correspondence between members of one set and another.The mapping paired each name with a number.
match
/mætʃ/
noun · verb
1A person or thing equal or corresponding to another.The samples were a close match.
2To correspond or be equal in an important respect.The colours match.
memory
/ˈmeməri/
noun
1The faculty by which information or experience is retained and
recalled.The detail remained in her memory.
2A place or capacity for storing information.The device has limited memory.
modifier
/ˈmɒdɪfaɪə/
noun
1A person or thing that changes, qualifies, or limits
something.The adjective acts as a modifier.
mutable
/ˈmjuːtəbəl/
adjective
1Capable of change or alteration.The arrangement remained mutable.
new
/njuː/
adjective · adverb
1Not existing before; recently made, discovered, or begun.They opened a new road.
2Unfamiliar or not previously experienced.The city was new to her.
null
/nʌl/
adjective · noun · verb
1Having no legal or binding force.The agreement was declared null.
2Amounting to nothing; empty or without effect.The experiment produced a null result.
of
/əv; ɒv/
preposition
1Expressing a relation between a part and a whole, possession,
origin, or association.The edge of the table was worn.
override
verb /ˌəʊvəˈraɪd/ · noun /ˈəʊvəraɪd/
verb · noun
1To use authority to reject, cancel, or set aside a decision or
rule.The court may override the decision.
2An action or mechanism that supersedes normal operation.The system has a manual override.
partial
/ˈpɑːʃəl/
adjective
1Existing or taking place only in part; incomplete.Only a partial record survived.
2Biased in favour of one side or person.The account was not entirely impartial.
payable
/ˈpeɪəbəl/
adjective
1Required or able to be paid.The amount is payable on demand.
2Capable of receiving payment.The account is payable through the bank.
pragma
/ˈpræɡmə/
noun
1A directive or statement that conveys information about how
material should be interpreted or handled.The file begins with a pragma.
private
/ˈpraɪvət/
adjective · noun
1Belonging to or intended for one person or a restricted
group.They met in a private room.
2Not open to public knowledge or access.The correspondence remained private.
promise
/ˈprɒmɪs/
noun · verb
1A declaration or assurance that something will or will not be
done.She made a promise.
2To assure someone that something will happen.He promised to return.
public
/ˈpʌblɪk/
adjective · noun
1Open or accessible to people generally.The archive is open to the public.
2Done or known where others may observe it.The statement was made public.
pure
/pjʊə/
adjective
1Not mixed or contaminated with another substance.The sample was pure.
2Free from extraneous or corrupting elements.The form was kept pure.
receive
/rɪˈsiːv/
verb
1To be given, sent, or presented with something.She received a letter.
2To accept or take in something arriving from elsewhere.The station receives the signal.
reference
/ˈrefərəns/
noun · verb
1A mention of or allusion to something.The text contains a reference to the event.
2A source of information used for consultation.Keep the manual for reference.
3To cite or refer to something.The report references earlier work.
relocatable
/ˌriːləʊˈkeɪtəbəl/
adjective
1Capable of being moved or established in a different
place.The structure is relocatable.
return
/rɪˈtɜːn/
verb · noun
1To come or go back to a place, state, or activity.She returned before dark.
2To give or put something back.Please return the book.
returns
/rɪˈtɜːnz/
verb · noun plural
1Third-person singular of return: comes or goes back.The tide returns each evening.
2Plural of return: results, profits, or things given back.The investment produced modest returns.
sealed
/siːld/
adjective · verb
1Closed securely so that access is prevented or evident.The envelope was sealed.
2Confirmed or made final.The agreement was sealed.
sizeof
/ˈsaɪz əv/
compound noun
1Size of: the amount of space, extent, or magnitude belonging to
something.They measured the sizeof the object.
static
/ˈstætɪk/
adjective · noun
1Remaining still or unchanged.The image remained static.
2Crackling interference in a radio or electrical signal.Only static came through the speaker.
storage
/ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/
noun
1The action or method of keeping something for future use.The papers were placed in storage.
2Space or capacity in which information or objects are
kept.The device provides additional storage.
string
/strɪŋ/
noun · verb
1A thin cord or thread.The parcel was tied with string.
2A series of things arranged or occurring one after
another.A string of lights crossed the room.
struct
/strʌkt/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form of structure: an arrangement of parts
considered as a whole.The record was stored as a compact struct.
supports
/səˈpɔːts/
verb
1Holds up or bears the weight of something.The column supports the roof.
2Gives assistance, approval, or evidence to something.The evidence supports the claim.
switch
/swɪtʃ/
verb · noun
1To change from one thing, position, or condition to
another.They switched seats.
2A device for making or breaking a connection.He reached for the switch.
true
/truː/
adjective · adverb
1In accordance with fact or reality.The story is true.
2Faithful, loyal, or consistent.She remained true to her word.
try
/traɪ/
verb · noun
1To make an attempt or effort.Try again.
2To test something for suitability or effect.She tried the key in the lock.
type
/taɪp/
noun · verb
1A category of things sharing common characteristics.This is a different type of problem.
2To write using a keyboard or typewriter.She typed the address.
typedef
/ˈtaɪp def/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form of type definition: a declaration or
description that establishes a named type.The document contained a typedef.
typeof
/ˈtaɪp əv/
compound noun
1Type of: the kind or category to which something belongs.The object resisted every typeof classification.
ufixed
/juː fɪkst/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form associated with unsigned fixed-point: a
non-negative value expressed with a fixed fractional
scale.The amount was represented as ufixed.
uint
/juː ɪnt/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form associated with unsigned integer: a whole
number restricted to non-negative values.The count was stored as a uint.
unchecked
/ʌnˈtʃekt/
adjective
1Not examined, verified, or restrained by a check.The assumption remained unchecked.
unicode
/ˈjuːnɪkəʊd/
noun · adjective
1A standard for representing characters from many writing
systems in digital form.The text is encoded in Unicode.
2Relating to that standard.It contains Unicode characters.
using
/ˈjuːzɪŋ/
preposition · verb
1With the aid or means of.The image was made using a simple lens.
2Present participle of use: employing something for a
purpose.She was using the smaller key.
var
/vɑː/
noun · abbrev.
1A shortened form of variable: a quantity, element, or condition
capable of change.Time remained the only uncontrolled var.
view
/vjuː/
noun · verb
1The ability or opportunity to see something.The hill offers a wide view.
2A particular way of considering something.Her view changed over time.
3To look at or inspect.They viewed the work in silence.
virtual
/ˈvɜːtʃuəl/
adjective
1Existing in effect though not formally or physically
present.They had virtual control.
2Created, simulated, or carried out by digital means.The meeting took place in a virtual space.
while
/waɪl/
conjunction · noun
1During the time that something else is happening.Wait here while I look.
2Although; despite the fact that.While difficult, the plan was possible.
3A period of time.Stay for a while.