deprecated

Meanings

• adjective

  Obsolete or no longer in use

  - "The floppy disk drive is now a deprecated technology."
  - "The deprecated law was replaced with a new one."

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Synonyms

obsolescent , on its way out

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with deprecated
apricot , acclivit , accomplice , acquit

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Variants

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deprecate , deprecated , deprecates , deprecating , deprecation , deprecations

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'deprecare', meaning 'to beg off, to implore'. Originally used in the context of asking for forgiveness or mercy, the term later came to mean 'to set aside, to abandon'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'deprecated' is often used in programming and software development to indicate that a certain feature or function is no longer recommended for use.

2. In some programming languages, such as C++, the compiler may issue a warning when a deprecated feature is used, encouraging developers to find an alternative.

3. Deprecated technologies or features can pose security risks, as they may contain vulnerabilities that have been discovered and exploited.

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Related Concepts

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1. Obsolete: Refers to something that is no longer in use or has been replaced by something newer. Deprecated features or technologies are often considered obsolete.

2. Obsolescence: The state of being obsolete or no longer in use. Deprecated features or technologies are often subject to obsolescence.

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Culture

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In computer science and technology, 'deprecated' is often used to indicate that a certain feature, function, or technology is no longer recommended for use. This can be due to various reasons, such as security vulnerabilities, performance issues, or the availability of superior alternatives.

How to Memorize "deprecated"

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