main loop

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<programming> The top-level control flow construct in an input- or event-driven program, the one which receives and acts or dispatches on the program's input events.

See also driver.

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(2004-03-12)

Nearby terms: Main Distribution Frame « mainframe « mainframe programmer/analyst « main loop » main memory » MAINSAIL » main store

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