optimize out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To omit (some portion of program logic) through optimization, when it is found to be unused or unnecessary.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The loop that counts from 1 to 1,000,000 is optimized out by the compiler, because nothing happens inside the loop and the value is not used afterwards.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “optimize out” mean?
To omit (some portion of program logic) through optimization, when it is found to be unused or unnecessary.
Is “optimize out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.