assembler Meaning & Definition
What Does Assembler Mean?
Assembler is used as a noun meaning A program that reads source code written in assembly language and produces executable machine code, possibly together with information needed by linkers, debuggers and other tools. It can also mean Assembly language.
Quick Facts About Assembler
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //əˈsɛmb(ə)lɚ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | assembly program, ASM and assembly |
| Plural | assemblers |
Assembler Definition (Noun)
- A program that reads source code written in assembly language and produces executable machine code, possibly together with information needed by linkers, debuggers and other tools.
- Assembly language.
I wrote that program in assembler.
- One who assembles items.
- A nanodevice capable of assembling nanodevices, possibly including copies of itself, according to a plan.
Synonyms of Assembler
Assembler synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Assembler
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Assembler in a Sentence
I wrote that program in assembler.
Word Forms & Grammar
assembler (countable and uncountable, plural assemblers)
Words That Rhyme With Assembler
Origin of Assembler
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Pronouncing Assembler
The standard pronunciation of assembler is //əˈsɛmb(ə)lɚ//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Assembler
What part of speech is assembler?
Assembler is a noun.
What is another word for assembler?
Words with a similar meaning to assembler include assembly program, ASM and assembly. See the full list of assembler synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of assembler?
The plural of assembler is assemblers.