ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Iteration

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌɪt.əˈɹeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Iteration is a noun meaning A recital or a second performance; a repetition.

Meaning

A recital or a second performance; a repetition.

More Meanings

  1. A variation or version.
  2. (computing) The use of repetition in a computer program, especially in the form of a loop.
  3. (computing) A single repetition of the code within such a repetitive process.

Example Sentences

The code calculates the appropriate value at each iteration.
The architect drafted several iterations of the floorplan before deciding on his final design.
Three or four complete iterations of various options are needed to gain cross-industry agreement.
Still going strong in his ninth decade, Wein celebrates his 88th birthday behind the piano accompanied by the latest iteration of his band, the Newport All-Stars, featuring tenor saxophonist […]

Word Forms

Synonyms for iteration

Depending on context, synonyms include reiteration, repeat.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include reiteration, repetition, repeating, repeat, printable, series.

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