RECURSION
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun
Definition of RECURSION
The act of recurring.
The act of defining an object (usually a function) in terms of that object itself.
"n! = n × (n − 1)! (for n > 0) or 1 (for n = 0) defines the factorial function using recursion."
The invocation of a procedure from within itself.
"This function uses recursion to compute factorials."
Examples of RECURSION in a Sentence
- "n! = n × (n − 1)! (for n > 0) or 1 (for n = 0) defines the factorial function using recursion."
- "This function uses recursion to compute factorials."
Word Details
Is RECURSION a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RECURSION is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RECURSION uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RECURSION
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | c | u | r | s | i | o | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RECURSION
100 words from the letters in RECURSION
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How to Use RECURSION in Word Games
RECURSION is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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