Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rw

abbreviation
/ɑːrˈdʌbəljuː/
Definition
Rw is often used as an abbreviation for ‘read-write’ in computing and digital communications.
Examples
  • This file has rw permissions, allowing users to both read and write.
  • When you set a device to rw mode, you can edit its contents freely.
Meaning
The term ‘rw’ signifies that a resource, like a file or device, can be both read from and written to, allowing users to access and modify the information stored.
Synonyms
  • read-write
  • r/w