tape out
"Tape out" has specific meanings in both electronics design and historical military contexts, involving final preparations for manufacturing or precise measurements.
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Definition
C1Electronics
(technical)The final stage of designing an integrated circuit where the design is prepared and sent for manufacturing.
Example
- The team was excited to tape out their latest chip design after months of hard work.
C2Military
(historical)To measure and mark a piece of land for accurate artillery targeting.
Example
- The soldiers had to tape out the field to ensure precise firing positions.
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