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script out

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

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verb

Meaning 1

To simplify or automate a process using scripts (a file containing a list of user commands, allowing them to be invoked once to execute in sequence).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

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

Examples

  • You could finish this quicker by scripting it out.

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Antonyms: none provided

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verb

Meaning 2

To create a script of (something) (the text of a stage play, movie, or other performance).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • Improvising isn't working, let's script this out.

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Antonyms: none provided

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