garbage collect
In programming, 'garbage collect' refers to the automated process of reclaiming memory no longer in use, which helps prevent memory leaks and optimize resource use.
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Definition
C1Programming
(technical)To automatically reclaim memory occupied by objects that are no longer referenced or needed by the program.
Example
- The system will garbage collect unused objects to free up memory.
- Efficient garbage collection is crucial for optimal performance in high-level programming languages.
B2General
(informal)To gather and dispose of waste or unwanted materials.
Example
- The team needs to garbage collect all the old files from the server.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "garbage collect":
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