cyclical processing

noun

UK /ˈsaɪ.klɪ.kəl ˈprəʊ.ses.ɪŋ/

US /ˈsaɪ.klɪ.kəl ˈprɑː.ses.ɪŋ/

A way of doing something over and over in a repeating circle of steps.

The factory uses cyclical processing to turn old paper into new paper again and again.

SYNONYMS

repetitive processing recurring processing loop processing iterative processing periodic processing

RELATED WORDS

cycle recycling repetition loop rotation

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In computing, handling tasks in a repeating loop until a condition is met.

The program relies on cyclical processing to check the sensor every second.

3. In business, a repeating pattern of work that follows the seasons or market cycles.

Farmers plan their cyclical processing around the harvest season.

4. In biology, the repeated steps a cell or body goes through, like growth and rest.

The body's cyclical processing of hormones helps control sleep.