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arguments

The correct spelling is arguments.

How to pronounce arguments

/ˈɑːɡjʊmənts/
noun

IPA: /ˈɑːɡjʊmənts/

Say it like: Arg-ume-nts

The correct spelling is arguments. A fact or statement used to support a proposition; a reason. For example: "Parameters are like labeled fillable blanks used to define a function whereas arguments are passed to a function when calling it, filling in those blanks."

Usage Examples

Parameters are like labeled fillable blanks used to define a function whereas arguments are passed to a function when calling it, filling in those blanks.

The altitude is the argument of the refraction.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A fact or statement used to support a proposition; a reason.
  2. 2.A verbal dispute; a quarrel.
  3. 3.A process of reasoning.
  4. 4.A series of propositions organized so that the final proposition is a conclusion which is intended to follow logically from the preceding propositions, which function as premises.
  5. 5.The independent variable of a function.

verb

  1. 1.(NNES) To put forward as an argument; to argue.

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