Meaning of the word recursion in English

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

recursion

US /rɪˈkɝː.ʒən/
UK /rɪˈkɝː.ʒən/
"recursion" picture

Noun

1.

the repeated application of a recursive procedure or definition.

Example:
The function uses recursion to calculate the factorial of a number.
Understanding recursion is crucial for advanced programming.
2.

the definition of a sequence or function in terms of its own previous values.

Example:
The Fibonacci sequence is a classic example of recursion in mathematics.
Many fractals are generated using principles of recursion.
Learn This Word at Lingoland