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Definitions from WordNet

Noun callback has 1 sense
  1. recall, callback - a request by the manufacturer of a defective product to return the product (as for replacement or repair)
    --1 is a kind of request, asking
    Derived form: verb call back1

Definitions from the Web

Callback

Description:

A callback is a function that is executed after a certain event or process is completed. It is commonly used in programming to handle asynchronous operations, allowing developers to control the flow of their code.

Senses:

Sense 1: Theater/Entertainment

In theater and entertainment, a callback refers to a second audition or interview where selected candidates are invited to showcase their abilities before final casting decisions are made.

Example sentence:

"After the initial audition, Sarah received a callback from the director, who wanted to see her perform another scene."

Sense 2: Telecommunications

In the context of telecommunications, a callback is a feature that allows a user to place a request for the system to call them back at a later time, avoiding long-distance charges.

Example sentence:

"John used the callback service to schedule a call from his international client, ensuring he wouldn't incur expensive phone charges."

Sense 3: Computer Science

In computer science, a callback refers to a function that is passed as an argument to another function. It allows the receiving function to call the passed function at a convenient time.

Example sentence:

"The event handling code used a callback function to execute specific actions whenever a user clicked on the button."

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