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tail call

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A function call that is itself the last instruction in a function.

Equivalents

Examples

“Tail calls can be implemented without the need⟳ for an additional frame on the call⟳ stack.”

CEFR level

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

tail club tail cone tail dragger tail end Tail End Charlie tail event

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