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syntax error

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

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noun

Meaning 1

An error in the syntax of a sequence of characters or tokens that is intended to be written in a particular programming language.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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

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Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

an error of language resulting from code that does not conform to the syntax of the programming language

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • syntax errors can be recognized at compilation time
  • a common syntax error is to omit a parenthesis

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Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: software error, programming error

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