Subthread
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Subthread is a noun meaning (computing) A thread of execution that is subordinate to another thread.
Meaning
(computing) A thread of execution that is subordinate to another thread.
More Meanings
- (Internet) A thread of messages on a forum etc. that is hierarchically beneath another thread or message.
Example Sentences
The program spawns a new subthread for each request made by the user.
Word Forms
- subthreads
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include thread, subserver, protothread, worker, executive, subtag.
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