Param

/ˈpærəm/ noun

Definition

short for parameter; a variable in programming or mathematics

Etymology

Abbreviation of parameter, from Greek para- 'beside' + metron 'measure'

Kelly Says

Param is programmer shorthand for parameter - because why use ten letters when five will do! It's efficiency in both code and conversation.

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