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diag

diag

9.5
A quick test to find problems in a machine or device
  • noun
  • /daɪæɡ/
  • Jargon
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  • The mechanic used a diag to pinpoint the problem with the car's engine.

Examples

  • If your phone is acting up, try running a diag to see what is wrong.

  • The technician ran a diag to check for errors.

  • The engineer ran a quick diag to check for hardware issues before starting repairs.

  • We need to perform a diag on this server.

  • The technician used a diag to check the system's performance and locate any issues.

  • Before starting repairs, the engineer reviewed the diag to understand the machine's faults.

  • The software developer created a diag tool to help users identify errors in their code.

Synonyms

diagnostic
vsdiag
  • Specialized
60 4.0

A test that finds the cause of a problem in a person or machine

is an informal short form used mainly for machine or device checks
diagnostics
vsdiag
  • Specialized
18 4.0

Tests that check a device for problems such as slow speed or broken parts

is a casual short form for a single test or tool not a whole set
diagnostic test
vsdiag
  • Specialized
7 3.5

A medical check that shows what illness or problem a person has

is an informal abbreviation used for machine or system fault finding
diagnostic procedure
vsdiag
  • Specialized
1 4.4

A medical test or process to find the cause of a health problem

is an informal abbreviation mainly used for technical device fault checks
diagnostic program
vsdiag
  • Specialized
1 4.0

A piece of software that finds and explains computer problems

is an informal abbreviation for tests or tools not only for software programs
diagnostic technique
vsdiag
  • Specialized
1 4.0

A method doctors use to find what causes an illness

is an informal short form for tools or tests used on machines and systems

Surface Forms

diag singular
diags plural

Etymology

Diag as a noun comes from diagnostic or diagnosis, which mean 'to find what is wrong', so a 'diag' is an informal way to say a quick test or check that finds a fault in a machine or system.