Phrase guide

pull request

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

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noun

Meaning 1

A request to a repository maintainer to pull in and merge a proposed source code or other change.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: merge request, PR

Antonyms: none provided

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verb

Meaning 2

To submit a pull request.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive, transitive

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

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Antonyms: none provided

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Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 合并請求 (hébìngqǐng qiú) — (computing) source code change request
  • French: demande de fusion — (computing) source code change request
  • German: Pull-Anforderung — (computing) source code change request
  • Russian: запрос на принятие (zapros na prinjatije) — (computing) source code change request