foreloop

/ˈfɒrluːp/

Definitions

1. noun

A loop that is executed before the main loop of a program or sequence.

“The foreloop was used to initialize the variables before the main calculation loop.”

2. verb

To loop or iterate over a sequence before the main loop.

“The algorithm foreloops over the data to ensure all necessary calculations are made.”

Synonyms

  • precalculate
  • preforecast

Antonyms

  • aftershot
  • postloop