Debug

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /diːˈbÊŒg/, /diːˈbÊŠg/

Origin

de- + bug

Full definition of debug

Verb

1. (computer science) To search for and eliminate malfunctioning elements or errors in something, especially a computer program or machinery.
2. (electronics) To remove a hidden electronic surveillance device from (somewhere).
3. (US) To remove insects from (somewhere).

Synonyms

• diagnose
• troubleshoot

Derived terms

• debugger

Anagrams

• budge