iteration

UK
/ˌɪtəˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɪtəˈreɪʃən/

Translations

iterationnoun
iterations
pl
UK
/ˌɪtəˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɪtəˈreɪʃən/
Finding the root required several iterations of the approximation formula.
La recherche de la racine a nécessité plusieurs itérations de la formule d’approximation.
iterationadjective
UK
/ˌɪtəˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɪtəˈreɪʃən/
Used attributively before another noun to denote something relating to or involving iteration.
The algorithm employs an iteration method to solve the equation.
L’algorithme emploie une méthode itérative pour résoudre l’équation.

Definitions

iterationnoun
The act or process of repeating a procedure, set of instructions, or mathematical operation, often in order to approach a desired result or refine a solution.
Finding the root required several iterations of the approximation formula.
A version of something that has been revised or developed from an earlier form.
The latest iteration of the smartphone includes a better camera and longer battery life.
iterationadjective
Relating to or involving iteration; based on repeated application of a process.
The algorithm employs an iteration method to solve the equation.