Bricking: meaning, definitions and examples
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bricking
[ ˈbrɪkɪŋ ]
gaming damage
Bricking refers to the state of a device, like a console or smartphone, becoming completely inoperable, akin to a brick. This typically occurs after a failed software update or an unintended error during firmware modification.
Synonyms
device failure, malfunction, total loss.
Examples of usage
- The console suffered from bricking after the update.
- My phone is bricked and won't turn on.
- Be careful while flashing, as it could lead to bricking your device.
to damage
To brick a device means to damage it to the extent that it cannot function, rendering it useless. This often happens unintentionally and may result from improper installations or modifications.
Synonyms
disable, fry, render unusable.
Examples of usage
- If you install the wrong firmware, you might brick your phone.
- He accidentally bricked his gaming console during the update.
- Don't try to modify the settings unless you know what you’re doing, or you could brick it.
Translations
Translations of the word "bricking" in other languages:
🇵🇹 bloqueio
🇮🇳 ईंट बनाना
🇩🇪 Verklinkern
🇮🇩 menyusun batu bata
🇺🇦 цеглення
🇵🇱 cegłowanie
🇯🇵 レンガ造り
🇫🇷 brique
🇪🇸 adoquinado
🇹🇷 tuğla
🇰🇷 벽돌 쌓기
🇸🇦 بناء الطوب
🇨🇿 cihlování
🇸🇰 tehlovanie
🇨🇳 砌砖
🇸🇮 opečatenje
🇮🇸 steinsteypa
🇰🇿 кірпіш құю
🇬🇪 ბლოკირება
🇦🇿 kərpic
🇲🇽 ladrillo
Etymology
The term 'bricking' has its origins in technology and gaming circles, evolving from the physical properties of a brick—specifically its lack of utility when damaged. Initially, it referred to malfunctioning electronics, particularly gaming consoles that suffered irreversible damage during updates or modifications. Over time, it has expanded to include any electronic device that is rendered unusable, regardless of the cause. The metaphor works well because, much like a brick, a bricked device can no longer perform its intended function, and only serves as a 'doorstop' or a non-functional piece of hardware. The usage of the term has become increasingly common with the rise of digital technology and modding communities, making users more aware of the potential risks involved in such actions.