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currying

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈkɜːriɪŋ/

KK: /ˈkɜr.i.ɪŋ/

noun
Definition

A method in programming where a function with multiple inputs is broken down into a series of functions that each take one input.


Example

Currying allows for more flexible function calls in programming languages.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of currying in programming?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's a cool technique for functions, right?
Sloth A
Exactly! It allows you to break down functions into simpler parts.
Sloth B
I should try using currying in my next project.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
partial
transformation
adaptation
Antonyms
whole
complete
unification
verb
Definition

The action of preparing food, especially by cooking it with spices or sauce, often referring to a specific method of cooking in Indian cuisine.


Example

She is currying the chicken with a blend of spices for dinner.


Tense Forms

Past: curried

Past Participle: curried


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried currying your favorite dishes?
Sloth B
No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!
Sloth A
It's a great way to enhance flavors and make meals more exciting.
Root Explanation

Currying is derived from the word 'curry' (from Tamil 'kari', meaning sauce or relish) combined with the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). The term 'currying' refers to the process of preparing or cooking food with curry sauce or spices.

Memory Tip

Think of 'curry' as a flavorful sauce and remember that 'currying' means the action of preparing food with that sauce.

Visually Confused Words
carrying
curing
crying
recurring
quarrying
decurring
purring
furring
Is this page helpful?
Sloth B
I should definitely give currying a shot this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
spicing
seasoning
flavoring
Antonyms
blanding
dulling
neutralizing