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deprecated

 

[ dɪˈprɛkeɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

software development

Referring to a feature, method, or API that is no longer recommended for use, typically because it has been replaced by a newer version or deemed obsolete. Deprecated items may still function but are not considered best practice.

Synonyms

obsolete, old-fashioned, outdated

Examples of usage

  • Developers should avoid using deprecated functions in their code to ensure compatibility with future updates.
  • The deprecated API will be removed in the next release of the software.

Translations

Translations of the word "deprecated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obsoleto

🇮🇳 अप्रचलित

🇩🇪 veraltet

🇮🇩 usang

🇺🇦 застарілий

🇵🇱 przestarzały

🇯🇵 廃止された

🇫🇷 obsolète

🇪🇸 obsoleto

🇹🇷 modası geçmiş

🇰🇷 구식의

🇸🇦 قديم

🇨🇿 zastaralý

🇸🇰 zastaralý

🇨🇳 过时的

🇸🇮 zastarel

🇮🇸 úreltur

🇰🇿 ескірген

🇬🇪 მოძველებული

🇦🇿 köhnəlmiş

🇲🇽 obsoleto

Etymology

The term 'deprecated' originated from the Latin word 'deprecare', meaning 'to pray away'. In the context of software development, the concept of deprecating features or methods was introduced to improve code quality, maintainability, and efficiency. By marking certain elements as deprecated, developers are encouraged to migrate to more modern and efficient alternatives.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,723, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.