lint
To perform a static check on to detect stylistic or programmatic errorsTo perform a static check on (source code) to detect stylistic or programmatic errors.
» My pants has a lot of lint.
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1 sensesTo perform a static check on (source code) to detect stylistic or programmatic errors.
You should lint your JavaScript code before committing it.
Examples
6 sentencesMy pants has a lot of lint.
Could you empty the lint trap in the dryer?
Empty the vacuum cleaner lint bag, and you will get better suction.
Check that there is no dust or lint on the power plug before inserting into an electrical outlet.
deDen Stecker nur dann in eine Steckdose stecken, wenn kein Staub und keine Flusen daran sind. — Pfirsichbaeumchen
Be sure to clear the lint trap before you run the dryer. Otherwise, you might start a fire.
deAchte darauf, das Flusensieb zu säubern, bevor du den Trockner einschaltest. Andernfalls könntest du einen Brand verursachen. — brauchinet
Origin
From the lint Unix utility, written in 1979, which analyses programs written in the C langFrom the lint Unix utility, written in 1979, which analyses programs written in the C language, itself named after the undesirable bits of fiber and fluff found in sheep's wool (see etymology 1).
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Forms
lints, linting, linted, lintedWord family
1 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle