Garbage-collector Definition
noun
(programming) An algorithm, procedure or thread dedicated to garbage collection: reclaiming resources which are no longer in use.
Wiktionary
(US, Canada) A sanitation engineer; a worker who removes refuse.
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Synonyms:
- dustman
- garbage carter
- garbageman
- refuse collector
- garbage hauler
- garbage-man
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