Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pwd
Noun
p-w-d
Definition
A command used in Unix-like operating systems that prints the current working directory.
Examples
- To check your current directory, simply type
pwdin the terminal. - After navigating through several folders, use
pwdto confirm your location.
Meaning
The ‘pwd’ command stands for ‘print working directory’. It helps users identify their current location in the file system.
Synonyms
- current directory
- working directory
