"subroutine" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

is a type of: computer software, package, software, software package, software program, software system - (computer science) written programs or procedures or rules and associated documentation pertaining to the operation of a computer system and that are stored in read/write memory
subtypes:
- cataloged procedure - a set of control statements that have been placed in a library and can be retrieved by name
- contingency procedure - an alternative to the normal procedure; triggered if an unusual but anticipated situation arises
- library routine - a debugged routine that is maintained in a program library
- random number generator - a routine designed to yield a random number
- recursive routine - a routine that can call itself
- reusable routine - a routine that can be loaded once and executed repeatedly
- executive routine, supervisory routine - a routine that coordinates the operation of subroutines
- tracing routine - a routine that provides a chronological record of the execution of a computer program
- service routine, utility routine - a routine that can be used as needed
is a part of: computer program, computer programme, program, programme - (computer science) a sequence of instructions that a computer can interpret and execute

same as: function, procedure, routine, subprogram