bitboard

English

noun
Definitions
  • (computing) A specialized data structure, a bitset with each bit representing a game position or state, commonly used in computer systems that play board games.

Etymology

Compound from English bit (binary digit, morsel) + English board (plank).

Origin

English

board

Gloss

plank

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