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workaround
[ wurk-uh-round ]
noun
- 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.
- 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
- a method of circumventing or overcoming a problem in a computer program or system
Word History and Origins
Origin of workaround1
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.
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.
Another lawsuit, another life lost, another workaround.
For every excuse not to buy, billionaires find a workaround, the report said.
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