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Definition of 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': | |
| Definitions include: on the web, for many sites to link to a particular website using a particular phrase, such that the particular website is the first result when searching for the phrase. | |
| Definitions include: acronym for "one of my followers". | |
| Definitions include: "about". | |
| Definitions include: acronym for "shaking my fucking head". | |
| Definitions include: acronym for "frequently asked question(s)". | |
| Definitions include: the "Keep It Simple, Stupid Principle". | |
| Definitions include: of the title to an article or webpage, vague enough so that one has to click the title to learn what the destination is actually about. | |
| Definitions include: "please". | |
| Definitions include: acronym for "what have you done". | |
| Definitions include: "alright". | |
| Definitions include: acronym for "on my way". | |
| Definitions include: "Tweep I'd like to follow." | |
| Definitions include: "free to play". | |
| Definitions include: an arm that has become sore, cramped, and / or muscular due to extended use of touch screens on computing devices. | |
| Definitions include: a "mode" activated by typing in all capital letters. | |
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Other terms relating to 'bar': | |
| Definitions include: a person who frequents bars. | |
| Definitions include: to visit several bars during a single outing. | |
| Definitions include: A motorcycle, usually a chopper, that does not have many accessories and is suitable for short distance runs. | |
| Definitions include: Non vulgar alternative to bastard | |
| Definitions include: in jail. | |
| Definitions include: a bar in which women dance topless. | |
| Definitions include: a decrepit bar; "dive bar". | |
| Definitions include: Handle that you grab next to the passenger seat of a vehicle. | |
| Definitions include: to readjust what is considered good, normal, appropriate, or many other adjectives (depending on context.) | |
| Definitions include: without restrictions. | |
| Definitions include: the handle in a car that one holds on to or hangs clothing from. | |
| Definitions include: to set a more impressive precedent or record. | |
| Definitions include: The metal back-rest on a motorcycle. | |
| Definitions include: a strip club. | |
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