Noun Definition

loop

1.Definition: (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated

Related Noun(s):iteration

Category: General

2.Definition: a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates

Category: Objects

3.Definition: a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied

Category: General

4.Definition: a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane

Category: General

5.Definition: an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan)

"He's no longer in the loop"

Category: General

6.Definition: an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop

Category: Objects

7.Definition: anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself)

Category: General

8.Definition: fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines

Related Noun(s):cringle, eyelet, grommet, grummet

Category: Objects

9.Definition: the basic pattern of the human fingerprint

Category: General

10.Definition: the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component

Category: General