callback

[ˈkælbæk]

callback Definition

• 1. a function passed as an argument to another function, which is then invoked inside the outer function to complete some kind of routine or action
• 2. a return call or follow-up communication

Using callback: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "callback" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The callback function is executed after the main function has finished executing.

• Example

  I left a message and they promised to give me a callback.

• Example

  After the interview, I received a callback from the company offering me the job.

callback Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for callback

• reaction
• return call
• follow-up
• response

Phrases with callback

• callback function

  a function passed as an argument to another function, which is then invoked inside the outer function to complete some kind of routine or action

  Example

  The callback function is used to execute code after a previous function has finished executing.

• give someone a callback

  to return a phone call to someone who has previously called you

  Example

  I missed his call, so I gave him a callback later that day.

• callback request

  a request for someone to return a phone call

  Example

  I received a callback request from the customer service department.

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Summary: callback in Brief

A 'callback' [ˈkælbæk] refers to a function passed as an argument to another function, which is then invoked inside the outer function to complete some kind of routine or action. It can also mean a return call or follow-up communication. Examples include 'The callback function is executed after the main function has finished executing.' and 'I left a message and they promised to give me a callback.'