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Word: Bootstrap
Speech Type: Noun
ˈbuːtstrap
a loop at the back of a boot, used to pull it on.
Short Definition:loop at back of boot
a technique of loading a program into a computer by means of a few initial instructions which enable the introduction of the rest of the program from an input device.
Short Definition:technique of loading computer program
the technique of starting with existing resources to create something more complex and effective
Short Definition:use of existing resources to create something complex
Examples:- we see the creative act as a bootstrap process
Word: Bootstrap
Speech Type: Verb
ˈbuːtstrap
get (oneself or something) into or out of a situation using existing resources
Short Definition:get oneself into or out of situation
Examples:- the company is bootstrapping itself out of a marred financial past
boot computer
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