What does "logging" mean?

1. (cutting down trees) the business of cutting down trees for wood to use in building or making paper. 2. (recording data) the act of keeping a record of events or computer activity.

How do you use "logging"?

Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the industry. Commonly refers to automated background processes in software development.

logging

US //ˈɫɔɡɪŋ// UK //lˈɒɡɪŋ// log·ging

1 cutting down trees (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

the business of cutting down trees for wood to use in building or making paper.

the commercial activity of felling, skidding, on-site processing, and loading of trees or logs onto trucks.

Example

Illegal logging in the rainforest is a major threat to many rare animals.

Example

Environmental groups have lobbied the government to restrict logging in the national park to protect the nesting sites of endangered birds.

Usage

Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the industry.
- deforestation
- felling
- timberwork
- reforestation
- planting
2 recording data (n.)
C1 Advanced Technical Computing

the act of keeping a record of events or computer activity.

the systematic recording of data, events, or transactions into a log file or database for monitoring and analysis.

Example

The system's error logging helped the technician find the problem quickly.

Example

The software includes a detailed logging feature that tracks every user interaction to ensure compliance with security protocols.

Usage

Commonly refers to automated background processes in software development.