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adj
Taking place at the time when it is needed, and not in advance.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
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adj
Taking place at the time when it is needed, and not in advance.
Of a manufacturing system in which components are delivered at the precise time required, thus minimizing inventory carrying costs.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: business, manufacturing
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adj
Taking place at the time when it is needed, and not in advance.
Performing compilation of code on the client machine immediately before execution.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences
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History
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Across languages
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