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interning

noun · verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ɪnˈtɜː(ɹ)nɪŋ/
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noun

Meaning 1

Practice of always using references instead of copies of equal objects.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, programming, sciences

Examples

  • In computer programming, the practice of using always references in place of copies of equal objects is known as interning.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

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verb

Meaning 2

present participle and gerund of intern

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: form-of, gerund, participle, present

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Etymology

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