Webhook
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɛb.hʊk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Webhook is a noun meaning (Internet) A method of augmenting or altering the behavior of a web application or a web page using custom callbacks, usually triggered by some external event.
Meaning
(Internet) A method of augmenting or altering the behavior of a web application or a web page using custom callbacks, usually triggered by some external event.
Example Sentences
Webhooks are the most widely used approach for solving the event delivery challenge (see section 1.2.3) and realizing events in combination with REST APIs.
Word Forms
- webhooks
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include webtool, webchat, weblication, webcasting, webcrawl, webware.
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