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metastring

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A string of characters used as a placeholder for a variable data item.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: rare

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

Examples

  • The $D metastring expands to the current date and time.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Etymology tree Ancient Greek μετᾰ́ (metắ) Ancient Greek μετᾰ- (metă-)lbor. English meta- English string English metastring From meta- + string.