verb
initialize
Initialize (verb) means (computing) To give something its starting values before it is used.
verb
1
(computing) To give something its starting values before it is used.
2
(computing) To set a variable's first value before a program uses it.
3
(computing) To prepare a disk or other storage device for use by setting it up from scratch.
4
(computing) To get a piece of equipment, such as a printer, ready to work.
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Etymology
Formed from initial and -ize.
Synonyms
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format
initialise
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What is the meaning of initialize?
"initialize" (verb) means (computing) To give something its starting values before it is used.
What is another word for initialize?
Other words for "initialize" include format, initialise.
What are the different meanings of initialize?
"initialize" has 3 main meanings: 1. (computing) To give something its starting values before it is used; 2. (computing) To set a variable's first value before a program uses it; 3. (computing) To prepare a disk or other storage device for use by setting it up from scratch.
