Timestamp
noun
A record indicating the exact time when an event takes place, typically displayed in a standardized format.
The email included a timestamp showing it was sent at 10:15 AM.
Often appears as...
- Login timestamp
- File timestamp
Usage tips
Formal
date, digital, log
verb
The notation of the date and time when a specific event occurred or was logged.
Make sure to timestamp your entries in the log book.
Often appears as...
- Timestamp the data
- Automatically timestamp
Usage tips
Neutral
record, event, log
noun
A record indicating the exact time when an event takes place, typically displayed in a standardized format.
The email included a timestamp showing it was sent at 10:15 AM.
Often appears as...
- Login timestamp
- File timestamp
Usage tips
Formal
date, digital, log
verb
The notation of the date and time when a specific event occurred or was logged.
Make sure to timestamp your entries in the log book.
Often appears as...
- Timestamp the data
- Automatically timestamp
Usage tips
Neutral
record, event, log
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding the context is crucial for using timestamps correctly.
In computing, timestamps serve as precise markers of events.
Pro Tip 2/3Accuracy
Always ensure that the timestamp is accurate for reliable data tracking.
Incorrect timestamps can lead to errors in data interpretation.
Pro Tip 3/3Format
Familiarize yourself with different formats of timestamps used in various systems.
Timestamps may appear in formats like YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding the context is crucial for using timestamps correctly.
In computing, timestamps serve as precise markers of events.
Pro Tip 2/3Accuracy
Always ensure that the timestamp is accurate for reliable data tracking.
Incorrect timestamps can lead to errors in data interpretation.
Pro Tip 3/3Format
Familiarize yourself with different formats of timestamps used in various systems.
Timestamps may appear in formats like YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Understanding the context is crucial for using timestamps correctly.
In computing, timestamps serve as precise markers of events.
Pro Tip 2/3Accuracy
Always ensure that the timestamp is accurate for reliable data tracking.
Incorrect timestamps can lead to errors in data interpretation.
Pro Tip 3/3Format
Familiarize yourself with different formats of timestamps used in various systems.
Timestamps may appear in formats like YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS.
Never forget "Timestamp"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension