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parser

/ˈpɑːsər/ noun · British & US
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What does parser mean?

noun

A computer program that analyzes and interprets the structure of data, such as text or code. A parser is often used to break down input into its constituent parts, such as tokens or syntax trees.

Example

"The compiler uses a parser to break down the source code into a syntax tree that can be executed by the machine."

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