parameterize

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From parameter +‎ -ize.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /pəˈɹæm.ɪ.təɹ.aɪz/, /pəˈɹæm.ɪ.tɹaɪz/

Verb

parameterize (third-person singular simple present parameterizes, present participle parameterizing, simple past and past participle parameterized)

  1. (transitive) To describe in terms of parameters.
  2. (databases, programming, transitive) To rewrite (a database query, etc.) as a template into which parameters can be inserted.
    Parameterized queries are crucial for avoiding SQL injection.

Usage notes

  • Dominant modern spelling in US.

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