compiler

noun
UK: /kəmˈpaɪ.lər/
US: /kəmˈpaɪ.lɚ/

  1. A program that translates code written in a high-level language into machine code that a computer can understand.

    1. The compiler creates an executable file from source code.
    2. Our team used a special compiler to optimize the game's performance.

  2. Someone who compiles things, like lists or books.

    1. She is the compiler of a popular database of information.
    2. The compiler meticulously checked each entry for accuracy and relevance.

Synonyms

editor generator anthologist creator assembler
compiler transitive-verb

  1. To translate code into machine code.

    1. The computer compiles the code quickly.
    2. We need to compile the source files before running the program.

  2. To gather and put together in an orderly form.

    1. She compiles lists of things.
    2. The researcher will compile data from various sources for analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "compiler" in English means: A program that translates code written in a high-level language into machine code that a computer can understand., Someone who compiles things, like lists or books..

The phonetic transcription of "compiler" is /kəmˈpaɪ.lər/ in British English and /kəmˈpaɪ.lɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "compiler": editor, generator, anthologist, creator, assembler.

Example usage of "compiler": "The compiler creates an executable file from source code.". More examples on the page.