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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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
Imagine that you’re a senior software engineer debugging a system crash.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 15, 2026
He encourages users to engage with the technology as a dynamic co-pilot for tasks ranging from debugging code to planning a vacation.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 29, 2025
The county moved quickly to bring the new system online, raising questions about how much time officials allotted for debugging the software and training employees on the new technology.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 6, 2025
Node:shotgun debugging, Next:shovelware, Previous:short card, Up:= S = shotgun debugging n.
From The Jargon File, Version 4.2.2, 20 Aug 2000 by Steele, Guy L.
