Incrementing: meaning, definitions and examples
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incrementing
[ ˈɪŋkrəˌmɛntɪŋ ]
mathematics, programming
Incrementing refers to the process of increasing a numerical value, typically by a fixed amount. In programming, it is often used in loops or iterations to update a variable's value. Incrementing by one is common in counting operations.
Synonyms
boosting, increasing, raising.
Examples of usage
- The loop runs from 1 to 10, incrementing the counter by one each time.
- I used the incrementing function to add 5 to my score.
- You need to increment the index to access the next element.
Translations
Translations of the word "incrementing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 incrementando
🇮🇳 बढ़ाना
🇩🇪 erhöhend
🇮🇩 meningkatkan
🇺🇦 інкрементуючи
🇵🇱 inkrementując
🇯🇵 増加する
🇫🇷 incrémentant
🇪🇸 incrementando
🇹🇷 artırma
🇰🇷 증가하는
🇸🇦 زيادة
🇨🇿 zvyšující
🇸🇰 zvyšujúci
🇨🇳 增加
🇸🇮 povečanje
🇮🇸 aukandi
🇰🇿 арттыру
🇬🇪 ზრდა
🇦🇿 artırma
🇲🇽 incrementando
Etymology
The term 'increment' originates from the Latin word 'incrementum', which means 'a growth, increase'. It has been used in various contexts since the early 15th century, primarily in mathematical or scientific discussions to describe the additive process. In computing, the term became popular in the late 20th century as programming languages began to formalize the concept of incrementing variables. This led to the creation of specific incrementing functions, particularly in loop structures where a variable must be increased systematically. Today, incrementing is a fundamental concept in mathematics and computer science, reflecting the growth or addition of values in a systematic and programmed manner.