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Definition of Subroutine
1. Noun. A set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program.
Generic synonyms: Computer Software, Package, Software, Software Package, Software Program, Software System
Group relationships: Computer Program, Computer Programme, Program, Programme
Specialized synonyms: Cataloged Procedure, Contingency Procedure, Library Routine, Random Number Generator, Recursive Routine, Reusable Routine, Executive Routine, Supervisory Routine, Tracing Routine, Service Routine, Utility Routine
Derivative terms: Procedural
Definition of Subroutine
1. Noun. (computer science) A section of code, called by the main body of a program, that implements a task. While it may be used at more than one point in a program, it need not be. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Subroutine
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Subroutine
Literary usage of Subroutine
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Simulation of Ecophysiological Processes of Growth in Several Annual Crops by F. W. T. Penning de Vries (1989)
"The subroutine is used to compute potential canopy transpiration and potential
soil evaporation. Inputs (in this order) are: radiation on a fully clear day, ..."
2. SAS/IML 9.1 by SAS Institute (2004)
"The GSTART subroutine activates the graphics system the first time it is called.
... The replace flag set by the GSTART subroutine is a global flag, ..."
3. Sas/or 9.1 User's Guide: Local Search Optimization by Sas Institute, Institute SAS Institute (2004)
"The rst parameter of the crossover or mutation subroutine you de ne must be a
numeric array. When the GA procedure calls your subroutine, ..."
4. SAS High-Performance Forecasting 2.2: User's Guide (2006)
"Next, consider the case where a user-defined subroutine requires actuals, time
ID values, ... The subroutine might be defined as follows: subroutine ..."
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