debug
verb (used with object)
to detect and remove defects or errors from.
debugging
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present participleof debug.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Many of the mundane, routine tasks, like debugging code, can be done by AI.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 7, 2026
Anthropic says Fable 5 is exceptionally good at writing and debugging software code, answering complex research questions and analyzing images.
From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026
Koh handled all the coding or debugging work.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2026
The quick turnaround raises questions about how much time county officials allotted to debugging the software and training employees on the new technology.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 22, 2025
The debugging template contains two sections on the front and three sections on the back.
From IBM System 360 RPG Debugging Template and Keypunch Card by Anonymous
