GOTO
/ˈɡoʊ.tu/
UK: /ˈɡəʊ.tuː/
ꞬOƱ · tu (2 syllables)
English
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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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