Difference between loop and bootstrap

Definitions

noun

1. the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component
2. an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop
3. fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines
4. the basic pattern of the human fingerprint
5. (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated

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verb

1. make a loop in
2. move in loops
3. fasten or join with a loop
4. fly loops, perform a loop
5. wind around something in coils or loops

Examples

They could have been classed as ship-rigged sloops-of-war and were built by Thomas Fishburn in 1770 at Whitby.

Only a bit of string looped round a nail in the doorpost held it shut.

A useful treatment method is the potent loop diuretic, furosemide, along with the hypertonic saline.

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Definitions

verb

1. help oneself, often through improvised means

noun

1. a strap that is looped and sewn to the top of a boot for pulling it on

Examples

These low-aspect-ratio stellarator-tokamak hybrids differ from conventional stellarators in their use of the plasma-generated bootstrap current to supplement the poloidal field from external coils.

All other things being equal, is a check from his venture fund better than bootstrapping with no cash?

It was a formal visit that he made and so I tagged along on his bootstraps.

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