symtab

/ˈsɪmtæb/

Definitions

1. noun

A data structure that maps symbols to their addresses or bindings in memory, typically used in compiler design and computer science.

“The compiler used a complex symtab to optimize memory usage.”

2. verb

To create or manage a symbol table, especially in the context of compiling or linking code.

“The programmer had to symtab the entire project before releasing it.”

Synonyms

  • index
  • symbol table
  • table of contents

Antonyms

  • encryption
  • obfuscation