array processing

noun

UK /əˈreɪ ˈprəʊsɛsɪŋ/

US /əˈreɪ ˈprɑːsɛsɪŋ/

Array processing is when a computer works on a whole group of things at the same time.

The program uses array processing to add up all the scores quickly.

SYNONYMS

vector processing batch processing parallel processing data processing

RELATED WORDS

array loop algorithm computation matrix

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In computing, handling data stored in an indexed list called an array.

Array processing lets the code change every item in the list with one loop.

3. In signal processing, combining signals from multiple sensors to detect or locate sources.

The radar uses array processing to find the direction of the plane.

4. In audio, controlling many speakers together to shape sound.

The concert hall's array processing made the music feel like it came from everywhere.