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workaround

or work-a·round

[ wurk-uh-round ]

noun

  1. Computers. a strategy or technique used to overcome a defect or other problem in a program or system:

    This is a known bug in version 1.5, but a workaround is available.

  2. any method used to overcome a technical problem, especially a problem that could prevent success:

    The astronauts needed a workaround to bypass the faulty cable.



workaround

/ ˈwɜːkəˌraʊnd /

noun

  1. a method of circumventing or overcoming a problem in a computer program or system
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of workaround1

First recorded in 1970–75; work + around
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Example Sentences

“Apologies! We’ve received similar reports and our team is currently investigating this issue. We’re working to get things resolved ASAP. In the meantime, try using: https://t.co/qxlmnIPbSj as a possible workaround!”

That is, as we witnessed, not quite the same thing but more than enough to throw Vance slightly off-balance, especially since neither O’Donnell nor Brennan announced they’d be wielding this workaround during the debate.

From Salon

Rather than an ad hoc workaround, pen and paper systems could be something staff practise using from time to time so that they can switch away from their computers seamlessly if required.

From BBC

Another lawsuit, another life lost, another workaround.

For every excuse not to buy, billionaires find a workaround, the report said.

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