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Noun Concept
Categories: Programming constructs, Logic in computer science, Formal methods
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given  presumption  precondition
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An assumption that is taken for granted WordNet 3.0
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An assumption that is taken for granted WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
In computer programming, a precondition is a condition or predicate that must always be true just prior to the execution of some section of code or before an operation in a formal specification. Wikipedia
Requirement for something else to happen Wikidata
A condition that is assumed to be true without further evaluation. Wiktionary
Condition assumed to be true. Wiktionary (translation)
A requirement which must be satisfied before taking a course of action. Wiktionary
Preexisting requirement. Wiktionary (translation)
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When evaluating this math problem, don't forget to read the givens. Wiktionary
A marriage licence is a precondition for a wedding. Wiktionary
IS A
assumption
concept
condition
HAS INSTANCE
four ifs
DERIVATION
assume
given
DIFFERENT FROM
postcondition
WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet
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given, presumption, precondition
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precondition
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precondition
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given, precondition
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Advertised requirement, pre-condition, Preconditional, Preconditionally, preconditions

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