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versioning

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

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noun

Meaning 1

The use of versions as a means of distinguishing similar items.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

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

Examples

  • 2005, Longley et al, Geographic Information Systems and Science An alternative to pessimistic locking is optimistic versioning.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From version + -ing.

Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: versionnage — distinguishing items based on version
  • German: Versionierung — distinguishing items based on version
  • Portuguese: versionamento — distinguishing items based on version
  • Spanish: versionado — distinguishing items based on version
  • Turkish: sürüm kontrolü — distinguishing items based on version