macro language
The term "macro language" has distinct meanings in computing and linguistics, serving both as a tool for automation and a method for classifying language groups.
Definition
B2Computing
(technical)A special-purpose scripting system used to automate repetitive tasks within applications, often including basic programming controls.
Example
- Using a macro language, you can automate the formatting of documents in a word processor.
- He wrote a macro to automate data entry in the spreadsheet.
C1Assembly Language
(technical)An extension of assembly language that allows the use of macros, which are sets of instructions that can be reused to simplify coding.
Example
- The macro language in this assembly program helps reduce repetitive code.
- Using macros can make the assembly code more readable and maintainable.
C1Linguistics
(academic)A term used to describe a group of dialects or languages that are treated as a single entity for classification, despite not being mutually intelligible.
Example
- Hindi is considered a macro language that encompasses several dialects.
- Chinese is classified as a macro language due to its diverse dialects.
C2ISO 639 Standard
(technical, academic)A classification used in the ISO 639 standard to group languages that are not individually coded but are collectively referred to by a single name.
Example
- The ISO 639-3 code for this macrolanguage helps in standardizing language references.
- The macrolanguage classification aids in coordinating language definitions across standards.
Similar
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