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iterations

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˌɪtəˈɹeɪʃənz// UK //ˌɪtəɹˈeɪʃənz// it·er·a·tions

n. different versions of a process or design that you repeat to make it better. Each time you try again, you have a new iteration.

n. the repetition of a process or sequence in order to reach a desired goal or result. Refers to each individual version of a design or software product in a development cycle.


SIMPLE

The software is much better after several iterations.

CONTEXTUAL

The design team went through five iterations of the logo before the client was finally satisfied.

COMPLEX

In agile development, each of the successive iterations allows the team to incorporate user feedback and refine the product's core functionality before the final release.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used in technical, mathematical, or design contexts to describe repetitive cycles.

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