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Noun: recursion  ri'kur-shun
  1. (mathematics) an expression such that each term is generated by repeating a particular mathematical operation; also, the repeated application or execution of a pattern, function or definition; an expression that is recursive
     
  2. (computing) calling a function from within the same function

Derived forms: recursions

Type of: formula, rule

Encyclopedia: Recursion, infinite

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