util
Gas or electric
Util is programmer shorthand for utility—a small, reusable piece of code that performs a common task.
Most software projects have a utils folder or file containing helper functions: The date formatting logic lives in utils.
The term appears in file names, import statements, and casual developer conversation.
Collection of implements
- helperOne who aids another
- moduleIndependent functional component
- libraryBook collection or building
- functionPurpose or duty
script · plugin · widget · component · subroutine · package · extension · add-on
Serving a purpose
- handyUseful and nearby
- functionalAble to operate correctly
- pragmaticFocused on workable solutions
- workableAble to be implemented
applicable · usable · serviceable · versatile · multipurpose · adaptable · resourceful · expedient
Producing good results
- advantageousProviding benefit or gain
- valuableWorth considerable money
- helpfulGiving useful aid
- worthwhileMeriting effort or attention
profitable · gainful · rewarding · constructive · favorable · essential · indispensable · vital
Made maximally efficient
- streamlinedMade smooth and efficient
- efficientProductive without waste
- leanLacking fat; incline
- performantTechnically well-optimized
cost-effective · time-saving · economical · productive · systematic · algorithmic · scalable · lightweight
toolkit
Collection of implements
function · script · plugin · widget · component · subroutine · package · extension · add-on · snippet
useful
Serving a purpose
- handyUseful and nearby
- functionalAble to operate correctly
- pragmaticFocused on workable solutions
workable · applicable · usable · serviceable · versatile · multipurpose · adaptable · resourceful · expedient · sensible
beneficial
Producing good results
- advantageousProviding benefit or gain
- valuableWorth considerable money
- helpfulGiving useful aid
worthwhile · profitable · gainful · rewarding · constructive · favorable · essential · indispensable · vital · necessary
optimized
Made maximally efficient
- streamlinedMade smooth and efficient
- efficientProductive without waste
- leanLacking fat; incline
performant · cost-effective · time-saving · economical · productive · systematic · algorithmic · scalable · lightweight · minimal
utilluxury
Expensive nonessential comfort
ornament · frivolity · extravagance · indulgence · frill
utildisutility
Negative satisfaction received
loss · harm · cost · detriment · disbenefit
- utility sinkDeep basin for rough work
- utility beltsWaist gear organizers
- utility billCharge for essential services
- utility expensesCosts for essential services
- utility knifeRetractable multi-purpose blade
- utility company
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