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iterate

/ˈɪt.ə.reɪt/

[/ˈɪt.ə.reɪt/]

to repeat and refine

Advancedverb

Definition

To iterate is to perform a process repeatedly, improving it a little each time. It is central to design and software development.

Example

We iterate on the design until users find it intuitive.

We iterate on the design until users find it intuitive.

Etymology

From Latin 'iterare', meaning to repeat.

How & Where It’s Used

A staple of design-thinking and startup talks.

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