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Term: goto

Description:

Goto is a programming statement used to transfer control from one section of code to another. It typically allows program execution to jump to a specified line or label within the code.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Sense 1:

A computer programming statement used for transferring control to a different section of code.

Sample Sentence:

The programmer used a goto statement to jump to the error handling section of the code.

Verb - Sense 1:

To navigate or move directly to a particular location or webpage on the internet.

Sample Sentence:

When searching for information, I always goto my favorite dictionary site.

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Verb - Sense 2:

To become popular or well-known in a particular area or among a certain group of people.

Sample Sentence:

The local band quickly became a goto choice for live music in the town.

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