Terminator

usgb/ˌtɜrmɪˈneɪtər/
noun

A device or signal that indicates the end of a process or data stream.

The terminator in the software indicates when a file upload is complete.
Visual representation of "terminator" - A device or signal that indicates the end of a process or data stream.

Often appears as...

  • data terminator
  • end signal

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Technical Usage

Understanding computer programming terminology is essential.

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In programming, the terminator is often a semicolon.
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Film Terminology

In movies, the terminator is often a critical plot device.

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The terminator cyborg pursues its target relentlessly.
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Cultural References

The term is widely recognized in pop culture diverging from its technical meaning.

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The 'Terminator' movie franchise has popularized the term significantly.
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