ˌaɪdɛmˈpɒtənt

Definitions

1. adjective

of a function or operation, having the property that multiple applications do not change the result.

“The idempotent nature of the command allowed the user to safely re-execute it multiple times without any adverse effects.”

2. noun

A function or operation that has the property of idempotence.

“The idempotent process was essential for the reliability of the system.”