algorithm
Pronunciation: [/ˈælɡəɹɪðm̩/]
Word
Context: “computing”
(noun) a set of rules or steps to solve a problem or perform a task. It's like a recipe that tells a computer how to do something.
Example
The algorithm efficiently sorted the data based on specific criteria.
Example
Without a clear algorithm, the computer couldn't process the information.
Example
Can you explain the algorithm used to encrypt this message?
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