algorithm

/ˈælɡəˌrɪðəm/
noun
  1. A set of step-by-step instructions for solving a problem or completing a task, especially by a computer.
    • The search engine uses a complex algorithm to find the most relevant results.
    • Social media platforms often use an algorithm to decide which posts you see first.
    • My math teacher showed us a simple algorithm for multiplying large numbers.
  2. A method or process for achieving a result, especially in a systematic way.
    • There is no simple algorithm for happiness, but staying positive helps.
    • She developed a personal algorithm for organizing her weekly schedule.
    • The chef's algorithm for making the perfect sauce involves precise timing and fresh ingredients.
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