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latency

noun
/ˈleɪ.tən.si/

Meaning

The delay in processing signals or data.
The delay before a transfer of data begins following an instruction for its transfer.

Example Sentences

High latency in online gaming can cause lagging issues.

High latency can slow down online gaming experiences.

Example Expressions

low latency

Synonyms

Delay, Lag, Waiting Time, delay, lag, pause, waiting time, downtime
Entry 1
Delay, Lag, Waiting Time
Entry 2
delay, lag, pause, waiting time, downtime

Antonyms

Instantaneousness, Immediacy, Promptness, speed, immediacy, promptness
Entry 1
Instantaneousness, Immediacy, Promptness
Entry 2
speed, immediacy, promptness

Collocations

network latency, low latency, latency period, latency issues

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