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Meaning of dangling else | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A potential ambiguity in a programming language that occurs when an else clause can be associated with either a nested conditional or with the clause that encloses the nested conditional.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

dangling link dangling modifier dangling participle dangling pointer Danglingly Danglish

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