GOTO

/ˈɡoʊ.tu/

UK: /ˈɡəʊ.tuː/

ꞬOƱ · tu (2 syllables)

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Definition

Any construct which produces an unstructured jump in the flow of execution.

Etymology

From go to, a keyword for this purpose in many programming languages.

Example Sentences

  • "The setjmp/longjmp facility in C is essentially a GOTO."
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