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Definition of technical debt - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
software engineeringTECH. implied future cost from quick, poor solutionsTECH.
- The project accumulated technical debt due to rushed coding.
- Ignoring technical debt can lead to major refactoring later.
- They addressed technical debt to improve system performance.
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Expressions with technical
college focusing on arts and technical subjects
He attended a technical college to pursue a career in graphic design.
unexpected equipment problem hindering task completion
The broadcast was delayed due to technical difficulty.
abilities needed to perform specific tasks in a job
Technical job skills include programming, data analysis, and network management.
school teaching practical skills like welding and plumbing
He learned welding at a technical school.
services helping with technology issues and problems
The company offers 24/7 technical support for all its products.
group of workers who handle equipment and backstage or technical tasks
The technical crew set up the lights before the concert started.
small problem with equipment or technology
The show was delayed by a technical hitch.
impressive skill or achievement using technology or technical knowledge
Her technical wizardry made the computer run twice as fast.
writing that explains complex information clearly for specific audiences
Technical writing helps users understand how to use the software.
executive responsible for a company's technical direction
The chief technical officer presented the new tech strategy.
in boxing, a win awarded when opponent is unable to continue
The fighter won by technical knockout in the third round..
small change that fixes wording or data without changing real meaning
The committee issued a technical correction to clarify the earlier regulation.
mistake in detailed procedure or rules, not in main issue
The case was dismissed because of a technical error in the filing process.
abilities related to specific tasks or tools
She has strong technical skills in software development.
athletic T-shirt made from moisture-wicking material
He packed a technical tee for the long run.
schooling that teaches practical skills for work in technology or trades
The college specializes in technical education for engineering and computer careers.
problem where equipment or systems stop working correctly
The flight was delayed due to a technical fault in the engine.
small unexpected problem in a system caused by technology or equipment
The flight was delayed due to a technical glitch in the navigation system.
complex details or procedures in a technical context
The manual is full of technical stuff that's hard to understand.
university focusing on engineering and applied sciences
He graduated from a technical university with a degree in mechanical engineering.
high level skill or knowledge in a specific specialized practical field
The company hired her for her strong technical expertise in cybersecurity.
detailed requirements that describe how a product or system must perform
The engineer reviewed the technical specifications before ordering new parts.
designated space for coaches during a game
The coach shouted instructions from the technical area.
Expressions with debt
owing money to someone or an entity
She is in debt after buying a new car.
situation where someone cannot repay debt and borrows more
He fell into a debt trap after losing his job.
very large amount of debt owed
The company is struggling with a debt mountain.
accumulation of negative energy from past misdeeds
He believed his misfortunes were due to karmic debt.
in a difficult financial situation
She is deep in debt and struggling to pay her bills.
serve a prison sentence after being found guilty of crime
After ten years, he finally paid his debt to society.
accumulate debt by spending more than income
After losing his job, he began to run into debt.
gradually owe more money than before
After losing his job, he began to sink into debt.
in a way that shows being deeply in debt
He is up to his ears in debt right now.
stuck in a difficult financial situation
The company is mired in debt after the failed project.
obligation to repay someone for their kindness
He owed a debt of gratitude to his friend for the support during tough times.
feeling of gratitude owed to someone
We owe a debt of thanks to our teachers.
to be overwhelmed by financial obligations
She felt like she was drowning in debt after the medical bills arrived.
having a duty to repay someone for their help
He felt in her debt after she saved his job.
very large amount of money owed
After losing his job, he was in a sea of debt.
unable to function due to owing money
Many families are crippled by debt after unexpected medical expenses.
debt morally but not legally binding
He repaid the debt of honour from the poker game.
old debt no longer valid but still collected
The company tried to collect zombie debt from her.
owe money to someone or an entity
I will be in debt to the bank for years.
owing a large amount of money or resources
They are deeply in debt after buying the house.
start owing money to others
Many people fall into debt after losing their jobs.
start owing money to someone or a company
If you spend too much, you might get into debt.
free from owing money
He felt relieved to be out of debt after paying off his loans.
settle a financial obligation
He managed to pay off a debt before the deadline.
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- French:dette technique, ...
- German:technische Schuld, ...
- Italian:debito tecnico, ...
- Spanish:deuda técnica, ...
- Portuguese:dívida técnica, ...
- Chinese:技术债务, ...
- Japanese:技術的負債, ...
- Arabic:دَيْن تِقْنِيّ, ...
- Hebrew:חוֹב טֶכְנִי, ...
- Russian:технический долг, ...
- Ukrainian:технічний борг, ...
- Hindi:तकनीकी ऋण, ...
- Bengali:প্রযুক্তিগত ঋণ, ...
- Catalan:deute tècnic, ...
- Czech:technický dluh, ...
- Danish:teknisk gæld, ...
- Dutch:technische schuld, ...
- Greek:τεχνικό χρέος, ...
- Hungarian:technikai adósság, ...
- Khmer:បំណុលបច្ចេកទេស, ...
- Korean:기술 부채, ...
- Persian:بدهی فنی, ...
- Polish:dług techniczny, ...
- Portuguese (BR):dívida técnica, ...
- Romanian:datorie tehnică, ...
- Swedish:teknisk skuld, ...
- Thai:หนี้ทางเทคนิค, ...
- Turkish:teknik borç, ...
- Vietnamese:nợ kỹ thuật, ...
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