loop stop
loop stop
[′lüp ‚stäp] (computer science)
A small closed loop that is entered to stop the progress of a computer program, usually when some condition occurs that requires intervention by the operator or that should be brought to the operator's attention. Also known as stop loop.
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific & Technical Terms, 6E, Copyright © 2003 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.