Meaning of the word initialize in English

What does initialize mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

initialize

US /ɪˈnɪʃ.əl.aɪz/
UK /ɪˈnɪʃ.əl.aɪz/

Verb

1.

set to the value or put in the condition appropriate to the start of an operation.

Example:
the counter is initialized to one
2.

format (a computer disk).

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