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latency

 

[ ˈleɪtənsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

networking

The time it takes for a data packet to travel from the sender to the receiver and back.

Synonyms

delay, lag, response time

Examples of usage

  • High latency can result in slow internet connection.
  • Online gamers often look for low latency to minimize delays in gameplay.
Context #2 | Noun

general

The state of being latent; hidden, dormant, or undeveloped.

Synonyms

dormancy, hibernation, quiescence

Examples of usage

  • The virus remained in a state of latency before becoming active.
  • The artist's talent lay dormant for years before being discovered.

Translations

Translations of the word "latency" in other languages:

🇵🇹 latência

🇮🇳 विलंब

🇩🇪 Latenz

🇮🇩 laten

🇺🇦 затримка

🇵🇱 opóźnienie

🇯🇵 遅延 (ちえん)

🇫🇷 latence

🇪🇸 latencia

🇹🇷 gecikme

🇰🇷 지연 (遲延)

🇸🇦 كمون

🇨🇿 latence

🇸🇰 latencia

🇨🇳 延迟 (yánchí)

🇸🇮 zakasnitev

🇮🇸 seinkun

🇰🇿 кідіріс

🇬🇪 დაგვიანება

🇦🇿 gecikmə

🇲🇽 latencia

Etymology

The word 'latency' originated from the Latin word 'latens', meaning 'to lie hidden'. It has been used in various fields, including networking, medicine, and psychology. The concept of latency has become increasingly important in the digital age, particularly in relation to internet speeds and data transmission.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,678, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.