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iterative

/ˈɪtəɹətɪv/ · noun

Meaning

  1. (grammar) A verb showing the iterative aspect.
  2. Of a procedure that involves repetition of steps (iteration) to achieve the desired outcome; in computing this may involve a mechanism such as a loop.
  3. (grammar) Expressive of an action that is repeated with frequency.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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