execution

Definition

• n. putting a condemned person to death
• n. (computer science) the process of carrying out an instruction by a computer
• n. (law) the completion of a legal instrument (such as a contract or deed) by signing it (and perhaps sealing and delivering it) so that it becomes legally binding and enforceable

Word forms

Plural

executions

Example sentences

1. n.

   The execution of the new policy will start next month.

2. n.

   The execution of the program went smoothly without any errors.