Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nop
Verb
/nɒp/
Definition
A common abbreviation in programming and computing, representing a command that does nothing and is often used in code to indicate a placeholder.
Examples
- The programmer inserted a nop to help with the debugging process.
- When the system is idle, it may execute a nop instruction repeatedly.
- In assembly language, nop is often used for alignment purposes.
Meaning
In programming, ‘nop’ (short for ‘no operation’) signifies an instruction that has no effect except to advance the program counter. It is used in various contexts, such as debugging or creating time delays in code execution.
Synonyms
- no-op
- standby
- placeholder
