Definition of a bar

bar    

noun

• in computing, an example or placeholder variable. Used in the same way as "foo" and "baz".

  So let's say foo is 1, bar is 2, and baz is 3. That means foo + bar + baz = 6.

  • See more words with the same meaning: computer slang.

  Last edited on Dec 16 2011. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Dec 16 2011.

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Other terms relating to 'computer slang':
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thrash	Definitions include: in a computer system, to be stuck performing some activity repeatedly but not making progress.
dogfood	Definitions include: to use one's employer's unreleased product during the course of one's day.
LMK	Definitions include: acronym for "let me know".
haxor	Definitions include: spelling variant of "hacker".
YANAL	Definitions include: acronym for "you are not a lawyer."
flame war	Definitions include: in a discussion forum, an acrimonious dispute.
IMHO	Definitions include: acronym for "in my humble opinion".
sth	Definitions include: "something".
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page in	Definitions include: A synonym of "swap in".
spyware	Definitions include: software that lets third parties monitor a user's activities and personal data.
2	Definitions include: "to".
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FTW	Definitions include: acronym for "face the wall."
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Other terms relating to 'bar':
bar fly	Definitions include: a person who frequents bars.
bar hop	Definitions include: to visit several bars during a single outing.
bar hopper	Definitions include: a motorcycle that does not have many accessories and is suitable for short distance runs.
bar steward	Definitions include: euphemism for bastard.
behind bars	Definitions include: in jail.
booby bar	Definitions include: a bar in which women dance topless.
grit bar	Definitions include: a decrepit bar; "dive bar".
Jesus bar	Definitions include: a handle next to the passenger seat of a vehicle.
Katy, bar the door.	Definitions include: trouble is coming.
move the bar	Definitions include: to readjust what is considered good, normal, appropriate, or many other adjectives (depending on context.)
no holds barred	Definitions include: without restrictions.
'oh sh*t' bar	Definitions include: the handle in a car that one holds on to or hangs clothing from.
raise the bar	Definitions include: to set a more impressive precedent or record.
sissy bar	Definitions include: the metal back-rest on a motorcycle.
titty bar	Definitions include: a strip club.

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