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Bool (noun) means (computing) A variable that can only be true or false.

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(computing) A variable that can only be true or false.

"Listing 7-11 shows an example where the initial data type is string, but I will obtain its value as a bool." — Joseph C Rattz, Pro LINQ: Language Integrated Query in C# 2008 (2007)

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Bool comes from a keyword in C++ and languages derived from it, short for Boolean.

Rhymes for bool

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What is the meaning of bool?

"bool" (noun) means (computing) A variable that can only be true or false.