generator

n 1: an apparatus that produces a vapor or gas

2: converts mechanical energy into electrical energy by

electromagnetic induction

3: someone who originates or causes or initiates something; "he

was the generator of several complaints" [syn: {source}, {author}]

4: an electronic device for producing a signal voltage

generate

To produce something according to an {algorithm} or program or

set of rules, or as a (possibly unintended) {side effect} of

the execution of an algorithm or program.

The opposite of {parse}.

[{Jargon File}]

(1995-06-15)