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We had to debug the game before sharing it.
What does Debug mean?
Debug means find and fix computer mistakes.
Dictionary definition
To find and fix mistakes in computer code, a program, or a system.
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The coder used test results to debug the app.
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What does debug mean?
Debug means to find and fix mistakes in computer code, a program, or a system.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses debug correctly?
This sentence uses debug to mean find and fix mistakes in code.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to debug?
Troubleshoot means find and fix a problem, like debug.
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dee · bug · strongest beat: bug
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WordDebug.
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MeaningDebug means find and fix computer mistakes.
ExampleExample: We had to debug the game before sharing it.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- dee · bug
- Strongest beat
- bug
- Ending
- bug
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on bug.
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Synonyms
Words like Debug
troubleshootUse when finding and fixing a problem.
fixUse when repairing a mistake or problem.
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Word family
Debug word family
Base word
bug
verb
debug
To find and fix computer mistakes.
verb
debugging
Finding and fixing computer mistakes now.
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Debug means find and fix computer mistakes.
Common mix-up
Debug is not the same as break. Debug means debug means find and fix computer mistakes.
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Read this model sentence: The coder used test results to debug the app. Clue words: coder, used, test. Underline clue words that show why debug fits instead of break. Now write one new sentence that shows debug without using the word debug. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show debug?
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