Rollback: meaning, definitions and examples

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rollback

 

[ หˆroสŠlหŒbรฆk ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

computer systems

To rollback means to reverse a state of a system, often to return it to a previous version. This is commonly done in software development or database management where changes are made and later need to be undone. Rollbacks help ensure stability and can protect against errors or unwanted changes. It's a crucial operation in version control and database management, allowing developers to maintain the integrity of their systems.

Synonyms

restore, revert, undo.

Examples of usage

  • We need to rollback the database to the last stable version.
  • The software update caused issues, so we have to rollback our changes.
  • If the deployment fails, we can easily rollback to the previous release.
Context #2 | Noun

computer systems

A rollback refers to the process of reverting a system to a previous state. It is often used in contexts where changes need to be undone to restore functionality or correct errors. Rollbacks are integral in ensuring the operational continuity of software programs and databases. They provide a safeguard against data loss and help maintain consistent performance.

Synonyms

retraction, reversion, undoing.

Examples of usage

  • The rollback was executed successfully without any data loss.
  • After the failed test, a rollback was initiated to restore the system.
  • We implemented a rollback feature to enhance system reliability.

Translations

Translations of the word "rollback" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น reversรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคธเฅเคคเค•เคพเคฒเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rรผckgรคngigmachung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengembalian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดะบะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wycofanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒญใƒผใƒซใƒใƒƒใ‚ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท recul

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ reversa

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท geri alma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋กค๋ฐฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุณุชุฑุฌุงุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vrรกcenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกvrat

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ›žๆปš

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ povrat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ afturkalla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะนั‚ะฐั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒ™แƒแƒœ แƒ’แƒแƒฌแƒ•แƒ”แƒ•แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ geri dรถnรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ reversa

Etymology

The term 'rollback' has its roots in the combination of the verb 'roll' and the noun 'back.' The verb 'roll,' which originates from the Old French word 'roler,' has several meanings, including to move something in a circular manner or to return. The noun 'back' refers to the reverse side or part of something and has Old English origins as 'bรฆc.' The concept of rollback has been notably adopted in technology, particularly in computing, to signify the action of reverting to an earlier state. Its usage increased in the late 20th century as software development and database management practices evolved, particularly with the advent of version control systems. Today, rollback is a standard term in IT, denoting the process of reversing changes or restoring earlier configurations, particularly in databases to ensure data integrity and stability.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,841, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.