"toolchain" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: toolchains [plural]
Etymology: tool + chain Etymology templates: {{root|en|ine-pro|*dewh₂-}}, {{compound|en|tool|chain}} tool + chain Head templates: {{en-noun}} toolchain (plural toolchains)
  1. (computing) A set of tools for software development, often used in sequence so that the output of one tool comprises the input of the next. Categories (topical): Computing Synonyms: tool chain, tool-chain Related terms: toolkit, toolset, toolstack
    Sense id: en-toolchain-en-noun-Wm~i725w Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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