deallocate

Meanings

• Verb

  To release or make available (computing: memory or resources) for further use.

  - "After the function call, the memory used by the allocated block is automatically deallocated."
  - "The program deallocates the unused memory to save system resources."

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Variants

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dislocate , dislocated , dislocates , dislocating

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Etymology

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The term 'deallocate' is derived from the Latin word 'allocare' which means 'to distribute' or 'to apportion'. In computing, it refers to the process of releasing or making available memory or resources that have been previously allocated.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'deallocate' is commonly used in programming languages like C and C++.

2. Deallocating memory too early or too late can lead to memory leaks or errors in a program.

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Related Concepts

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1. Memory Allocation: The process of reserving space in the computer's memory for storing data or programs.

2. Memory Management: The process of controlling the allocation and deallocation of memory in a computer system.

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In the context of computing, deallocate is an important concept in memory management. It helps in efficient use of resources and prevents memory leaks.

How to Memorize "deallocate"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of releasing memory or resources back to the pool.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with the concept of releasing or making available resources.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'D' for Deallocate and 'M' for Memory to remember the process.

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