syntaxcheck

noun

UK /ˈsɪn.tæks.tʃek/

US /ˈsɪn.tæks.tʃek/

A syntaxcheck is a test that makes sure the rules for writing code are followed correctly.

The programmer ran a syntaxcheck before starting the program.

SYNONYMS

code check grammar check parse check validation lint check

RELATED WORDS

compiler parser debugging code review error message

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A tool or program that automatically finds mistakes in the structure of code.

Our build system includes a syntaxcheck that runs on every save.

3. The act of reviewing written commands for correct form and order.

A quick syntaxcheck saved her from hours of troubleshooting.

4. A pass or fail result showing whether code follows language rules.

The syntaxcheck passed, so the team moved on to testing.